Jauan Jennings, a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, signed a two-year contract extension worth $15.4 million. Jennings, a 7th round pick, has been praised for his contributions to the team, including his ability to make tough catches and provide blocking. The contract includes a lowered salary-cap hit for 2024, providing the 49ers with short-term financial flexibility. Teammate George Kittle expressed admiration for Jennings' work ethic and performance.
"That's someone you want to reward." George Kittle showered Jauan Jennings with praise after the receiver signed his new 49ers contract https://t.co/amBwyJdZIO
Jauan Jennings' new contract: The 49ers actually lowered his 2024 salary-cap hit from $4.9m to $2.77m even while rewarding him with a deal worth $10.5m more than the tender amount. Here's how extending Jennings actually gave the SF more short-term financial flexibility:
Why did the #49ers give Jauan Jennings $10.5 million after a 19-catch season? https://t.co/E0G8dGJ7oV https://t.co/0W4ApyOPDc
The contract Jauan Jennings and the San Francisco 49ers agreed to Wednesday recognizes his tenacity on the field and gives the receiving corps multi-season depth. https://t.co/bGp5eEmaMG
The #49ers have locked up wide receiver Jauan Jennings through the 2025 NFL season. https://t.co/gcjhXQFP5P
WR Jauan Jennings on the field at #49ers OTAs after signing a one-year contract extension through the 2025 season. #FTTB @nbcbayarea https://t.co/M0FTQ9zpSO
49ers, receiver Jauan Jennings agree to 2-year, $15.4 million extension ⤵️ https://t.co/cQEqI6gFJs
Jauan Jennings staying in San Francisco for two more years on a VERY friendly deal might be one of the biggest wins of the #49ers offseason. His knack for coming down with tough catches / the blocking he adds can't be appreciated enough. https://t.co/fJW8sH2TBy
49ers, receiver Jauan Jennings agree to 2-year, $15.4 million extension: Source https://t.co/BPVLA2jEJg
Jauan Jennings signs two-year deal with 49ers https://t.co/QZ3ukffiNl
More about Jauan Jennings agreeing to a two-year contract with the Niners that will keep him in San Francisco through the 2025 season, via @nwagoner: https://t.co/qwkh1kNFyO https://t.co/Ccd5fEybTk
#49ers WR Jauan Jennings did some individual work and then worked on the side today after signing his contract extension. Also, rookie WR Ricky Pearsall participated in a blue no contact jersey on Wednesday. https://t.co/yqPsRnPQc8
OFFICIAL 🖊️📄 #FTTB #49ers WR Jauan Jennings literally grinded to make this roster as a 7th Rd Pick, made it onto the field and played a big part on a Super Bowl Team. I can’t think of anyone more deserving. 💯 https://t.co/3YS5O406qD
Jauan Jennings signs two-year deal with 49ers. https://t.co/L2r5qYCnX8