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Kyle Shanahan explains curious 49ers roster moves, sets expectations for Jordan Watkins

Twice this season—once ahead of a Week 10 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams and again before Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans—the San Francisco 49ers elevated defensive tackle Sebastian Valdez from the practice squad.

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Kyle Shanahan underlines the challenge facing rookie Jordan Watkins

There was a substantial amount of hype around Jordan Watkins heading into preseason after the fourth-round pick’s strong performances in OTAs and training camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26

49ers rookie Jordan Watkins set to make NFL debut vs. Texans

Two San Francisco 49ers rookies—wide receiver Jordan Watkins and running back Jordan James—had been inactive for every game leading up to the Week 8 matchup against the Houston Texans.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 19

49ers’ returning rookie could have immediate opportunity to shine in primetime

The 49ers have dealt with more upheaval at the wide receiver position this week, with veteran Marquez Valdes-Scantling released from injured reserve after suffering a calf injury.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 19

49ers Rookie Jordan Watkins: A New Deep Threat?

As the San Francisco 49ers prepare to face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in a home primetime battle, the injuries to some notable offensive playmakers continue to be one of the stories in the early season.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 17

Jordan Watkins on potential 49ers debut, working with Mac Jones, and more

The San Francisco 49ers expect rookie wide receiver Jordan Watkins to make his long-awaited NFL debut on Sunday night against the Atlanta Falcons. The fourth-round draft pick had impressed during training camp before a high-ankle sprain sidelined him in the preseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 19

49ers deliver unfortunate injury news on Connor Colby, Jordan Watkins, Spencer Burford

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) is officially listed as "questionable" for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. However, head coach Kyle Shanahan admitted it's unlikely Purdy will be healthy enough to start, leaving Mac Jones as the probable Week 3 starter for the second straight game.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / September 4

49ers injury updates: No news is good news

The San Francisco 49ers’ injury report was on the lighter side on Wednesday. Edge rusher Yetur Gross-Matos (knee) and wide receiver Jordan Watkins (ankle) were the only two players who didn’t participate.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 4

Two key 49ers players return to practice ahead of Week 1 clash vs. Seahawks

The San Francisco 49ers hit the practice field for the third time this week as they prepare for their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks. The good news: the team appears to be getting healthy at just the right time.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / August 13

Report: The 49ers are signing one of the UFL’s leading wide receivers

The San Francisco 49ers are on the prowl for another wide receiver after Jordan Watkins will miss about a month with a high-ankle sprain. The team worked out four receivers on Tuesday and decided on Watkins’ temporary replacement.

San Francisco 49ers News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / August 13

San Francisco 49ers Wide Receiver Suffers Ankle Injury, Expected to Miss Time

Former Ole Miss Rebels wide receiver Jordan Watkins has quickly turned heads with the San Francisco 49ers after being selected by the organization in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / August 12

49ers host 4 wide receivers after Jordan Watkins’ injury

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan didn’t sound like somebody looking to spend big on a veteran free agent wide receiver, like Amari Cooper, for example, when speaking to the media on Monday.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 11

49ers injury news: Jordan Watkins out about a month, other key updates

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters on Monday following the team's 13th practice of training camp, providing several key injury updates ahead of the preseason matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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49ers' Brock Purdy excited about Jordan Watkins' potential

Wide receiver Jordan Watkins emerged as one of the San Francisco 49ers' most intriguing rookies during organized team activities earlier this offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 30

How Rookie Jordan Watkins is Standing out to the 49ers

The wide receiver position is the most injured on the San Francisco 49ers right now. Brandon Aiyuk was always expected to be missing as he works his way back from a torn ACL and MCL. But now the 49ers are without Jauan Jennings (calf) and Jacob Cowing (hamstring).

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 29

49ers impressed by Ricky Pearsall and rookie Jordan Watkins

San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak spoke with reporters on Tuesday morning ahead of the team's sixth training camp practice, providing insight into the development of two young wide receivers—Ricky Pearsall and rookie Jordan Watkins.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 30

Jordan Watkins emerges as 49ers' offseason surprise; Former Niner draft pick impresses in Philly

ESPN's team of NFL reporters recently identified the biggest offseason surprises on each roster. For the San Francisco 49ers, that honor goes to one of their fourth-round draft picks.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

Jordan Watkins Must Continue to Stand out to Brock Purdy

Offseason team activities have been wonderful for the San Francisco 49ers. It is a far cry from what it was last year, when the atmosphere surrounding the team was dreary.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 4

49ers Wide Receivers Coach Says Jordan Watkins has 'It' Factor

Jordan Watkins doesn't look like a rookie. He's built like a three-year veteran. He has big, thick thighs like a running back. And during the first week of OTAs, he played with the starters and caught a deep touchdown pass down the middle of the field from Brock Purdy.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / April 26

Ole Miss Football Wide Receiver Jordan Watkins Selected in 2025 NFL Draft

Ole Miss football wide receiver Jordan Watkins has come off the board in the 2025 NFL Draft after being selected with the138th overall pick by the San Francisco 49ers.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / April 17

NFL Draft Watch: Ole Miss Football WR Jordan Watkins Visits San Francisco 49ers

The Ole Miss Rebels are projected to be sending off a myriad of former standouts into the NFL next week as the annual NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday. One name that is hoping to hear his name called in the draft: Jordan Watkins.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / December 21

Ole Miss Football's Jordan Watkins Breaks Down Decision To Play in Gator Bowl

Ole Miss football is set to take on Duke in the Gator Bowl on Jan. 2, and while many players across the country opt out of playing in bowl games, the Rebels are an exception with star wide receiver Jordan Watkins and almost all of Ole Miss' upperclassmen opting in to play.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 2, 2024

Jaxson Dart, Jordan Watkins, No. 19 Ole Miss jolt Arkansas

Jaxson Dart passed for 515 yards and six touchdowns and Jordan Watkins had a career receiving day, lifting No. 19 Mississippi to a 63-31 win over Arkansas on Saturday afternoon in Fayetteville, Ark.

Mississippi Rebels News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / October 8, 2024

Ole Miss WR Jordan Watkins Prepared For Hostile Environment vs. LSU This Week

Ole Miss wide receiver Jordan Watkins is one of the more experienced members of an already-veteran-filled team. The senior from Louisville, Kentucky, has once again found himself a key contributor to the Rebels offense, hauling in 10 catches for 211 yards and a touchdown.

Mississippi Rebels News / Yardbarker / December 20, 2023