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ArticleRebels in the Pros: NFL Week 1September 15, 2026

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Despite that injury and the absence of Brandon Aiyuk and Ricky Pearsall, Jordan Watkins was a healthy scratch and inactive for the 49ers.

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Watkins inactive for 49ers despite injuries to Aiyuk, Pearsall

Watkins was a healthy scratch and inactive for the 49ers in week one despite the absence of Brandon Aiyuk and Ricky Pearsall, suggesting he is not in the team's offensive plans.

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Watkins faced accountability from Purdy after training camp interception.

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Watkins serves as backup receiver in deep WR corps.

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Watkins inactive; expected to serve as depth option with Cowing.

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Watkins inactive Thursday; depth option alongside Cowing; vulnerable to Slayton addition.

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Watkins inactive, opening receiver opportunities.

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49ers potential WR usage, per @mattbarrows: • X — Mike Evans, De'Zhaun Stribling, Demarcus Robinson • Z — Deebo Samuel, Jordan Watkins, Jacob Cowing...

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