The San Francisco 49ers may be entering training camp with a contract debut on their hands. A report earlier today from ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter said that Wide Receiver Jauan Jennings either wants a new contract from the team or to be shipped out of town. Jennings is set to make $7.5 million in 2025. He is coming off a career season in 2024. He set career-highs in receptions(77), receiving yards(975), and receiving touchdowns(6).
The San Francisco 49ers are no stranger to offseason drama surrounding the wide receiver position. Last year, Wide Receiver Brandon Aiyuk held out and requested a trade from San Francisco. Ultimately, the star player signed a new four-year contract with the team. How will the dispute between Jennings and the San Francisco 49ers resolve itself?
San Francisco 49ers Season Outlook
49ers WR Jauan Jennings, who is scheduled to make $7.5 million this season in the final year of his deal, wants a new contract or a trade, per sources.
49ers extended Jennings’ deal last year, but that does not change how Jennings feels about this year. pic.twitter.com/5pWBOBjSPl
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 14, 2025
San Francisco is looking to rebound from a terrible 2024 season. They went from the Super Bowl to finishing 6-11. The team was ravaged by injuries, and Quarterback Brock Purdy was unable to succeed with a subpar supporting cast. Coming off the worst season of his career, the San Francisco 49ers signed Purdy to a massive contract, locking him up long term.
San Francisco’s supporting cast has already been weakened this offseason. They traded Wide Receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders back in March. If Jennings is not on the team in 2025, it will make Purdy’s job much more difficult.
Final Thoughts
The San Francisco 49ers are at a crossroads regarding the Jennings situation. The team could either cave to his demands or play hardball. Unfortunately, this is a make-or-break season for the Niners. They do not have the luxury of being without one of the players that they are expecting to be a massive contributor on offense.
