The San Francisco 49ers received some positive news regarding wide receiver Jauan Jennings , who exited Sunday's win over the Seattle Seahawks with a shoulder injury. Jennings was unable to return, raising concerns about a potentially significant setback.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed that Jennings underwent an MRI on Monday that showed no significant issues. However, the 49ers waited for the results of a follow-up CT scan before making a final determination.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, those additional scans came back clean. Jennings is officially considered day-to-day and has a chance to suit up for Sunday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints.
Additional scans today on Jauan Jennings' shoulder came back clean, and the 49ers wide receiver avoided any significant injury, per source. Jennings now will be considered day to day, and has a chance to play Sunday at New Orleans. pic.twitter.com/QAqvPVY3L9— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 9, 2025
This update is welcome news for San Francisco, a team already dealing with several early-season injuries. Tight end George Kittle was placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury and will miss at least four games. Quarterback Brock Purdy is nursing left shoulder and toe injuries, leaving his Week 2 status uncertain.
The 49ers also saw left guard Ben Bartch suffer a mild knee strain, though he is considered day-to-day.
If Purdy is unable to play against New Orleans, Mac Jones is expected to get the start at quarterback. Having Jennings available would provide a much-needed boost for the offense as San Francisco looks to improve to 2-0 on the season.
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