Watkins Steps Up as WR Depth Woes Loom | San Francisco 49ers News

The 49ers’ wide receiver corps is in chaos as Mike Evans battles a groin injury and Christian Kirk’s calf keeps him sidelined—forcing less experienced players, especially Jordan Watkins, into the spotlight. Watkins, a second-year pro with preseason flashes of brilliance—including a TD catch and solid stats—could be the unexpected hero if Kittle remains out. Coaches and QB Adrian Martinez are raving about his growth and reliability, making him a dark horse for a bigger role this season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c5002c7ed4af33b6