Watkins, a rookie fourth-rounder, is highlighted as a possible breakout spark behind the top trio. His usage could shape the 49ers’ Week 1 depth chart and provide a dart-throw option in deeper leagues.

Rookie Jordan Watkins is dealing with a high ankle sprain, leaving SF with limited healthy WR depth. His speed and route-running could unlock SF’s vertical game when healthy, potentially becoming a key value if he returns sooner than expected and competes for targets with Pearsall.

Watkins, a rookie, is stepping into a bigger role as SF’s WR depth is stretched. His early health and how quickly he can contribute will shape SF’s Week 1-4 pass game alongside Jennings and Cowing.

Watkins sits among SF’s depth at WR, dealing with a high ankle sprain. Moore’s addition could push Watkins into a specular role if injuries linger or if SF leans into speed and space concepts. Watkins’ path to regular targets remains thin but not impossible should the injury situation linger or if SF rotates scheme packages.

Watkins joins a SF WR corps enduring injury luck with Jennings and Robinson sidelined. His ankle injury status adds a variable to his ceiling, but if cleared, he’s a candidate to see increased targets should Jennings miss time.