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| HT/WT: 5-11, 196 lbs |
| Birthplace: Louisville, KY |
| Age: 24 |
| School: Ole Miss |
| Experience: 2 |
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1:04Colts Begin Selling Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline
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7:27The Colts are Trading DL DeForest Buckner To the 49ers
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68:01Russell Wilson and Kyle Long react to NFL Week 7: Seahawks dominant D, Giants QB conundrum & MORE | Set, Hut!
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1:12Praise for Kevin Stefanski's Coaching
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12:38Way-Too-Early NFL Season Awards
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49ers WR Mike Evans Leaves Game With Achilles Injury
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2026 Receiving
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REC
Receptions
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YDS
Receiving Yards
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AVG
Average Yards per Reception
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TD
Receiving Touchdowns
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LNG
Longest Reception
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| Regular Season | 6 | 138 | 23.0 | 0 | 35 |
Top Jordan Watkins News
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Solid numbers in Week 7 loss
Watkins brought in three of six targets for 56 yards in the 49ers' 29-20 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.
With the 49ers' receiving corps down all of Mike Evans (Achilles), Deebo Samuel (hamstring), De'Zhaun Stribling (IR, ankle) and Demarcus Robinson (IR, ankle), Watkins saw an expanded role and made good use of the opportunity. All three of Watkins' catches went for first downs, and he finished third in receiving yards and targets while also tying for that slotting in receptions. The 2025 fourth-round pick's performance was encouraging, but he's likely to slide back down the depth chart since the wide-receiver room could be much healthier by the time San Francisco returns to action against the Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 8 following the Week 8 bye.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Should have opportunity for larger role
Watkins could take on a significant role Sunday against Atlanta with Mike Evans (Achilles) and Deebo Samuel (hamstring) both sidelined, Brooke Evans of the 49ers' official site reports.
Watkins already saw a big jump in participation this past Monday versus Washington, tallying a season-high 76 percent offensive snap share in Samuel's absence. However, he drew just one target, which he caught for a 22-yard gain. Now that Evans will also be out of action, Watkins seems likely to be deployed often again Sunday, though Brandin Cooks and Jacob Cowing should also get opportunities to step into larger roles. Finally, Christian Kirk (calf), who is currently on IR, may be activated ahead of the matchup versus Atlanta, and he could also factor into the equation in what would be his 49ers debut.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Only one catch in Monday's win
Watkins caught his lone target for 22 yards during the 49ers' 23-17 win over the Commanders on Monday.
Watkins connected with Brock Purdy on a 22-yard pass early in the second quarter, and all three of the former's catches this season have been for 20-plus yards. Watkins' 47 offensive snaps ended up leading all 49ers wide receivers, and the second-year pro's role in the passing game could expand in Week 8 against the Falcons on Oct. 25, depending on the availability of Mike Evans (Achilles) and Deebo Samuel (hamstring).
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Light role in season debut
Watkins recorded two receptions for 60 yards on two targets in Sunday's 36-30 win over the Cardinals.
Making his 2026 debut after he was a healthy inactive for the 49ers' first two contests, Watkins took the field for 15 of the team's 54 offensive snaps and was able to make a mark with 34- and 26-yard grabs. He still finished fifth among 49ers receivers in playing time, but he could see an uptick in opportunities if the rib strain Mike Evans suffered Sunday prevents him from playing Week 4 against the Broncos.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Won't play against Miami
Watkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Watkins will be a healthy scratch for a second consecutive game, and his next chance to play is Week 3 against the Cardinals on Sept. 27. Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel and Demarcus Robinson will lead the 49ers' wide receiver group in Week 2.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Won't play Thursday
Watkins (coach's decision) is officially inactive for Thursday's game against the Rams, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
After flashing during the preseason, Watkins will be a healthy scratch to begin the regular season. Presumably, veterans Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel and rookie second-rounder De'Zhaun Stribling will see the lion's share of the 49ers' snaps at wide receiver in Week 1.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Leads all players in receiving Thursday
Watkins caught four of eight targets for 64 yards in Thursday night's 18-12 preseason win over the Raiders.
Watkins did come down with only half of his game-leading eight targets, but the consistent attention may offset the lack of consistency. The wide receiver was the favorite target of both Mac Jones and Adrian Martinez in the contest. Watkins also returned two kicks for 48 yards and two punts for 14 yards. The 2025 fourth-rounder's versatility was on full display in Thursday's preseason finale, and he has likely confirmed a roster spot for the beginning of the 2026 regular season.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Little involvement in rookie year
Watkins was active for four games in 2025 and finished the regular season with two receptions on three targets for 26 yards.
Watkins suffered a high-ankle sprain in the preseason but was still able to make the 53-man roster as a rookie. The fourth-round pick was a healthy scratch for all but four games even with the 49ers dealing with depth issues at the wide-receiver position. Head coach Kyle Shanahan has a track record of not relying on rookie wideouts, so there is a chance we see Watkins' role increase as a sophomore in 2025.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Inactive for SNF
Watkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday night's contest against the Bears.
Watkins will head back to the bench after being active in Week 16 against the Colts. The wide receiver will be a healthy scratch for the fourth time in five weeks.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Active for MNF
Watkins is active for Monday night's game against the Colts.
With Ricky Pearsall (knee) back on the shelf, Watkins is getting the nod Monday night. Watkins has appeared in three games this season, recording a pair of catches for 26 yards.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Healthy scratch Sunday
Watkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Browns, Briana Jeannel of the 49ers' official site reports.
The wide receiver and punt returner will be a healthy scratch for the third consecutive week. That stretch has coincided with the return of Ricky Pearsall in Week 11. Watkins also remains behind Skyy Moore on the team's punt returner depth chart.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Won't play vs. Carolina
Watkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday's game against the Panthers, Briana Jeannel of the 49ers' official site reports.
The rookie fourth-rounder will be a healthy scratch for a second consecutive game, with his absence coinciding with the return of Ricky Pearsall in Week 11. Watkins' next opportunity to play is Sunday against the Browns, though he's unlikely to suit up unless Pearsall, Jauan Jennings, Demarcus Robinson, Kendrick Bourne or Skyy Moore were to miss time.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Inactive against Cardinals
Watkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Briana Jeannel of the 49ers' official site reports.
A new inactive, the wide receiver failed to record a reception in Week 10. Watkins' new status is likely to be related to the return of 2024 first-round pick Ricky Pearsall, who is set to start his first game since Week 4.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: No targets against Rams
Watkins was limited to three snaps on offense (five percent) and did not garner a target in Sunday's 42-26 loss to the Rams.
Watkins was held without a reception for the first time in the three games since returning from a calf injury. The fourth-round pick has watched his targets dwindle from two to one before finishing with zero in Sunday's loss. That is a concerning trend for those hoping the rookie would carve out a role for the injury-depleted 49ers this season. Watkins is off the fantasy radar for next Sunday's tilt against the Cardinals.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: Another one-catch outing Sunday
Watkins hauled in his only target for 19 yards in Sunday's 34-24 win over the Giants.
Watkins nabbed another reception in his second appearance of the season after injuries delayed the start of his professional career. The fourth-round rookie logged just eight snaps on offense (12 percent), a role too small for anyone to generate reliable fantasy value in. Head coach Kyle Shanahan historically has not trusted rookie receivers in larger roles, so Watkins' snap count should remained capped against the Rams next Sunday.
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49ers' Jordan Watkins: One catch in NFL debut
Watkins recorded a seven-yard reception on two targets in Sunday's 26-15 loss to the Texans.
A fourth-round pick out of Ole Miss, Watkins had his NFL debut delayed after a high ankle sprain kept him out for the preseason before he then injured his calf in a mid-September practice. After a full slate of practices in Week 8, Watkins finally received the green light to play, though the rookie receiver barely saw the field Sunday. He logged just six of the 49ers' 48 snaps on offense, placing him fifth among San Francisco wideouts.
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