Injuries at wide receiver drive a controversial debate in the 49ers' camp: Odell Beckham Jr. surfaces as a potential fit, but the group argues now isn’t the time to disrupt the season’s early momentum. Odell isn’t retiring and has drawn interest from several teams, with discussions centering on a vet-minimum deal if/when health tests force a move. Amari Cooper is floated as a cheaper, proven sound alternative in deeper injury scenarios, while Malik Turner provides a micro-roster option as SF continues to cycle bodies. The chatter around college-to-pro breakout Jacob Cowing grows as he returns to practice rhythm in preseason, and Brock Purdy’s timing under Kyle Shanahan’s system remains the ultimate X-factor as the offense butts heads with depth questions. The conversation pivots to roster math, including the presence of Andre Dillard as a swing tackle and Jake Moody’s early preseason accuracy. The group also notes the importance of practice reps and the joint Raiders session, framing the WR depth chart as a long-term puzzle rather than a quick fix.