Jacob Cowing - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Jacob Cowing should have 1 goal (and 1 goal only) to save his 49ers roster spot The 49ers added plenty of wide receivers this offseason, meaning Jacob Cowing's foothold on a roster spot is precarious, at best.

1 HOUR AGO • NINERNOISE.COM

Jacob Cowing and Jordan Watkins Flashing at 49ers OTAs is Insignificant Two players on the San Francisco 49ers who need to impress with every rep they get are wide receivers Jacob Cowing and Jordan Watkins. Both...

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

Playing during OTAs Cowing (hamstring) is participating in OTAs, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact The wide receiver is not only participating, but he apparently looks good, per Maiocco, who called him a standout, and David Lombardi of SFStandard.com, who reported that coach Kyle Shanahan said he was impressed that Cowing was in such good shape. The 2024 fourth-round pick missed the 2025 campaign with a hamstring injury that he suffered in late August.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

49ers sign receiver Christian Kirk to a 1-year, $6 million contract, AP source says

The San Francisco 49ers have signed veteran receiver Christian Kirk to a one-year, $6 million contract to add needed depth at the position

MARCH 16 • Associated Press

Mike Evans Calls 49ers Move a ‘No-Brainer,' Believing He's Their Missing Piece

The decision to leave Tampa Bay wasn’t easy for Mike Evans playing for the Buccaneers for 12 seasons.

MARCH 12 • FOX SPORTS

Mike Evans Calls 49ers Move a ‘No-Brainer,' Believing He's Their Missing Piece

49ers bolster receiving group by agreeing to a 3-year deal with Mike Evans, AP source says

The San Francisco 49ers added a proven pass catcher for quarterback Brock Purdy, agreeing to a three-year contract with Mike Evans at the start of the free agent negotiating period

MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Doesn't play in 2025 Cowing was unable to take the field during the 2025 season due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Cowing, a 2024 fourth-round pick from Arizona, was placed on the injured reserve list in late August and missed San Francisco's entire campaign. The 25-year-old returned to full practice and nearly rejoined the 49ers' active roster for their playoff run but was ultimately unable to do so. Under contract through 2027, Cowing will likely have the opportunity to compete for a depth-role in San Francisco's wide-receiver room ahead of next season.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out vs. Seahawks Cowing (hamstring) has been ruled out for San Francisco's divisional-round matchup versus the Seahawks on Saturday.

Impact Cowing will not be activated off injured reserve and will now be forced to miss another game. The 2024 fourth-round pick has been sidelined for the entirety of the season with a hamstring injury but will look to make his return next week, should the 49ers advance to the NFC Championship Game.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Eagles Cowing (hamstring) has been ruled out for San Francisco's wild-card matchup versus the Eagles on Sunday.

Impact Cowing was designated to return from injured reserve earlier in the week but won't be activated ahead of Sunday's game. The 2024 fourth-round pick missed the entirety of the regular season but will look to make his season debut next week during the divisional round, should the 49ers advance.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall questionable for wild-card game against Eagles

The San Francisco 49ers have listed Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams and receiver Ricky Pearsall as questionable for their wild-card playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles...

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Questionable but still on IR Cowing (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's wild-card round game against the Eagles, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports, but the wide receiver remains on inj...

Impact Cowing would need to be activated from IR prior to Sunday's game to have a chance to suit up. The 2024 fourth-round pick missed the entire 2025 regular season due to a hamstring injury, so he's unlikely to have a substantial role even if he plays.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall miss practice, playoff status uncertain

San Francisco 49ers' Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall missed practice Wednesday, raising doubts about their availability for the wild-card playoff against the Philadelphia Eagles

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Returning from IR The 49ers designated Cowing (hamstring) to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Cowing has not played a snap in the 2025 season due to the hamstring injury he suffered during training camp. The wide receiver's return for the wild-card matchup with the Eagles would be a great depth addition to a corps that could be without No. 2 wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (PCL). Cowing will have three days to increase his practice participation and prove he is ready to suit up for Sunday's contest.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practice 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Cowing (hamstring) will have his practice window opened Wednesday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Cowing spent the entire 2025 season recovering from a hamstring injury that he suffered during training camp. The 24-year-old is available to return for the wild-card round against the Eagles and will likely see a mix of reps on offense and special teams should he play.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

49ers lose linebacker Tatum Bethune for the season with groin injury

The San Francisco 49ers have lost linebacker Tatum Bethune for the season because of a groin injury

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Practice window could open soon San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday that Cowing (hamstring) could have his 21-day practice window opened during Week 18 prep, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Cowing has been slow to recover from the hamstring injury he sustained early in training camp, which has resulted in him spending the entire season to date on injured reserve. Shanahan had previously stated that the second-year wideout was on track to resume practicing following the 49ers' Week 14 bye, but nearly a month later, Cowing has yet to gain clearance for on-field work. Even if the 49ers elect to open Cowing's practice window at some point during the upcoming week, he's unlikely to be activated prior to Saturday's regular-season finale versus the Seahawks. A return at some point during the postseason could be on the table, however.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spill the Beans with 49ers WRs Ricky Pearsall and Jacob Cowing From favorite memories to wide receiver must-haves, get to know 49ers wide receivers Ricky Pearsall and Jacob Cowing in "Spill the Beans" pr...

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • 49ERS.COM

Expected to practice following bye Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Cowing's (hamstring) 21-day practice window will likely be opened following the 49ers' Week 14 bye, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports...

Impact Cowing has yet to play this season after he injured his hamstring during training camp. The 2024 fourth-round pick has seemingly dealt with hamstring issues for most of his two seasons in the league. He recorded four catches for 80 yards on very minimal playing time as a rookie last season.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing in recovery Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday that Cowing (hamstring) is "getting close" to returning from injured reserve, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 2024 fourth-rounder pulled his hamstring during training camp in late July, and the injury was severe enough for Cowing to start the regular season on injured reserve. He would be eligible to return to practice once the 49ers designate him to return from IR, and that could happen as soon as next week leading up to the 49ers' Week 8 clash against the Texans on Sunday, Oct. 26.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Predicting how 49ers make room on roster once Brandon Aiyuk returns In addition to Brandon Aiyuk coming back for the 49ers, the team should already have Demarcus Robinson, Jacob Cowing, and Jordan Watkins in...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • NINERNOISE.COM

NFL Transactions: Thursday 8/28 49ers Placed WR Jacob Cowing on injured reserve. Released DB Richie Grant. Signed QB Adrian Martinez, RB Sincere McCormick, and WR Marquez V...

AUGUST 28, 2025 • NFLTRADERUMORS.CO

Lands on injured reserve The 49ers placed Cowing (hamstring) on injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Cowing injured his hamstring in late July, which has sidelined him for the majority of training camp and all three of the 49ers' preseason games. His move to the IR means the 2024 fourth-rounder will be required to miss at least next four games, making Week 5 against the Rams on Thursday, Oct. 2 the earliest he can make his 2025 debut. The 49ers are dealing with several injuries at wide receiver, which opens the door for Junior Bergen, Robbie Chosen and Malik Turner to be elevated from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Week 1 against the Seahawks.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

49ers GM John Lynch refuses to trade Jauan Jennings despite his request

The San Francisco 49ers have decided not to trade receiver Jauan Jennings, despite his request earlier this summer

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

49ers agree to 1-year deal with receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, AP source says

The San Francisco 49ers bolstered their banged-up receiver corps by agreeing to a one-year deal with Marquez Valdes-Scantling after he was cut by Seattle, a person with knowledge o...

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

49ers' Demarcus Robinson suspended for 3 games for violating NFL's substance abuse policy

San Francisco 49ers receiver Demarcus Robinson has been suspended for the first three games of the season for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy

AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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