Jauan Jennings has quietly carved out a role as one of the NFL’s more reliable possession receivers, and his 2025 season with San Francisco only solidified that reputation. Appearing in 15 games, the former Tennessee standout hauled in 55 catches for 643 yards and nine touchdowns-production that reflects his growing importance in the 49ers' offense. Targeted 90 times, Jennings showed the kind of trust quarterbacks place in receivers who consistently move the chains and make contested catches, especially in high-leverage situations.
At 6-foot-3 and 212 pounds, Jennings brings a physical edge to the wide receiver position. He’s not going to blow past defenders with speed, but that’s never been his game.
What he does bring is toughness, body control, and a knack for making plays in traffic-traits that have made him a go-to option on third downs and in the red zone. And while the 49ers’ playoff run was cut short by Seattle, Jennings’ performance over the course of the season didn’t go unnoticed.
In fact, his name is already popping up in free agency projections. One notable prediction has him landing with the Tennessee Titans, a move that would reunite him with Robert Saleh, who has ties to San Francisco.
It’s a logical fit. The Titans could use a physical, sure-handed receiver who can complement their existing pass-catching corps, and Jennings fits that mold.
He’s not just a depth piece anymore-he’s a proven contributor who can help an offense stay on schedule.
Since entering the league in 2020, Jennings has put together a solid resume: 210 receptions, 2,581 yards, and 22 touchdowns across 75 games. That’s steady production for a player who began his NFL journey as a seventh-round pick. He’s developed into a reliable target who understands his role and executes it with consistency-qualities that make him a valuable asset in today’s league, where versatility and dependability are at a premium.
Before his NFL career took off, Jennings made his mark at Tennessee from 2015 to 2019, playing under both Butch Jones and Jeremy Pruitt. He finished his college career with 146 receptions for 2,153 yards and 18 touchdowns in 48 games, adding 93 rushing yards and a score on the ground. His time in Knoxville showcased the same physicality and competitive fire that now define his pro game.
Jennings may not be a household name, but he’s the kind of player who helps teams win-gritty, dependable, and always ready when his number is called. Whether he stays in San Francisco or takes his talents to Tennessee, he’s proven he belongs in the league and has more to give.