49ers WR snap count after 3 drives De'Zhaun Stribling 18 Mike Evans 15 Deebo Samuel Sr. 9 Demarcus Robinson 7 Jacob Cowing 2 KhaDarel Hodge 1 Out of 23 plays

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Cowing is listed as a likely returner for the 49ers in the season opener against the Rams.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Niners Nation

Listed as a likely return specialist for the 49ers in the game against the Rams.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With Jordan Watkins inactive, Jacob Cowing is among the active wide receivers; if Deebo Samuel's role shifts more underneath, Cowing could emerge as the receiver tasked with stretching the field for the 49ers offense.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Niners Nation

Jacob Cowing is active for the 49ers vs. Rams with Watkins inactive. If Deebo Samuel's role is more underneath, Cowing may have a role as the receiver who stretches the field for the offense.

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PositiveUsageSep 3, 2026Underdog NFL

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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 • F — De'Zhaun Stribling, Christian Kirk (when healthy), Jacob Cowing

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NegativeInjurySep 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cowing did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury, creating uncertainty around his Week 1 availability.

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NegativeInjurySep 2, 2026Niners Nation

Cowing (groin) did not participate in Wednesday's practice. He is among the players sidelined ahead of the Australia trip and Week 1.

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PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cowing will be the wild card in the receiver room; best case, he ends up in a Travis Benjamin-esque role from when Shanahan was with the Browns a decade ago; while Cowing won't be a 1,000-yard receiver, the splash plays will keep the defense honest and the running back will be the beneficiary.

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PositiveBreakoutSep 2, 2026Niners Nation

Cowing is the wild card receiver; best case, he ends up in a Travis Benjamin-esque role from when Shanahan was with the Browns a decade ago; while he won't be a 1,000-yard receiver, the splash plays will keep the defense honest and the running back will be the beneficiary.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cowing fills out the back end of the 49ers receiver depth chart as a reserve option.

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NegativeInjurySep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The 49ers returner Jacob Cowing was working on the side of practice on Monday as he recovers from a groin injury. If Cowing isn't ready for Week 1, the team would need to rely on alternative returners such as Deebo Samuel, Jordan Watkins, or newly-signed practice squad member Brandon Codrington.

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NegativeInjurySep 1, 2026Niners Nation

49ers returner Jacob Cowing was working on the side of practice on Monday recovering from a groin injury; his Week 1 availability status is uncertain and directly impacts whether Codrington or backup returners (Deebo Samuel, Jordan Watkins) will handle return duties.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Ron Stewart

Jacob Cowing was selected in the draft during the discussed round.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie receiver Jacob Cowing made the 49ers' 53-man roster as part of the team's decision to keep their youngsters at the receiver position.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver made the San Francisco 49ers' initial 53-man roster.

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NegativeInjuryAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cowing is on the initial 53-man roster with a groin designation; head coach Kyle Shanahan noted he could return to practice this week.

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NegativeInjuryAug 31, 2026Niners Nation

Wide receiver Jacob Cowing is on the 53-man roster with a groin injury; head coach Kyle Shanahan noted he could return to practice this week.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Cowing secured a roster spot with an 83-yard punt return in Week 2 of the preseason, earning his place on the 49ers' 53-man roster.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 30, 2026Niners Nation

Jacob Cowing secured a roster spot with an 83-yard punt return in Week 2 of the preseason, earning his way onto the 49ers' 53-man roster through special teams performance.

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NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Cowing is mentioned as a receiver who lacks the NFL experience that Christian Kirk possesses; the source contrasts Cowing's inexperience with Kirk's production and experience as Kirk prepares to return from injury.

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PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026Niners Nation

Jacob Cowing secured his roster spot with an 80+ yard punt return in the second preseason game, making it easy on Kyle Shanahan's roster decisions by demonstrating special teams impact.

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PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Made the roster decision easy for Kyle Shanahan with an 80+ yard punt return in the second preseason game, demonstrating the kind of special teams impact that can secure a roster spot in a crowded competition.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Cowing is recovering from a groin injury and will not play in the preseason finale, but he is making the 49ers roster. The team posted a video of him on Wednesday, signaling his roster status is secure.

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PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026Niners Nation

Jacob Cowing is recovering from a groin injury and won't play in the preseason finale, but he's making the roster. The 49ers social media team posted a video of him on Wednesday, signaling his roster security.

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PositiveInjuryAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

49ers wide receiver Jacob Cowing is dealing with a groin injury but is expected to return to practice next week, suggesting Week 1 availability.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

A big play in the preseason can change everything, as evidenced by Cowing's impact last week; this illustrates that depth chart battles are not set in stone and strong performances in the preseason finale could alter roster decisions.

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NegativeInjuryAug 25, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

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Kyle Shanahan on Dominick Puni (concussion): “Puni had some residual effects. He was in the protocol, got out and he complained of some residual things after practice today. So he’s most likely back in it.” Kyle says Jacob Cowing has a groin injury and hoping to get him back next week

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NegativeInjuryAug 25, 2026Niners Nation

Did not practice because of groin injury; Shanahan expecting to get him back at practice next week.

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NegativeInjuryAug 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacob Cowing did not practice because of a groin injury. Shanahan said, "Same with Mike," when asked when Cowing would return, indicating Cowing is expected back at practice next week.

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NegativeNewsAug 25, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

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Mike Evans has a groin injury, per @MaioccoNBCS Also, Jacob Cowing is not practicing today

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PositiveNewsAug 25, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

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All the homies were fired up after Jacob Cowing’s punt return for a touchdown 🔥

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PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Drew attention during practice with sharp performance in 1-on-1 drills, finishing camp strong. Competing for spot in crowded wide receiver room; strong practices late in camp can help his roster case.

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PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026Niners Nation

Looking sharp in 1-on-1 drills and finishing camp strong; competing for spot in crowded wide receiver room, and strong practices at this point in camp can only help his roster case.

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