Jauan Jennings's contract saga with the 49ers collides with a looming roster deadline and a calf injury clouding availability. The discussion pivots to incentives that could shape both sides’ leverage, and to how SF might navigate the WR depth if Jennings misses time. Replacement options like Ricky Pearsall, Demarcus Robinson, Russell Gage, and Robbie Chosen are assessed, with Amari Cooper floated as an outside option. Jake Moody’s shaky status adds another pressure point for Week 1 planning.

Amid the backdrop, Brock Purdy's leadership and Shanahan’s system anchor a Patriots-style defense rebuild under Salah, while young talents and depth players must grow quickly. Fantasy implications hinge on how SF divvies targets behind Brandon Aiyuk and McCaffrey, and whether the offense can sustain consistent production if Jennings’ situation remains unresolved.