Jauan Jennings’ shocking decision to stay in Minnesota revealed

Jauan Jennings has explained that he declined a possible return to the San Francisco 49ers because he believes staying with Minnesota is best for both teams and says he is happy with the Vikings. His choice means he will remain with a 6-1 side despite its struggles to move the ball, while San Francisco’s attempt to bring back a former key receiver came to nothing.

Jennings spent his first five NFL seasons with the 49ers, recording 77 catches for 975 yards and six touchdowns in 2024, then nine touchdowns last season. He joined Minnesota on a one-year, $8 million deal as its third receiver behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. This season he has six catches for 54 yards and no touchdowns; the Vikings average 279.4 yards per game, and quarterback Kyler Murray is set to miss a third game with a hamstring injury, leaving Carson Wentz to start against Buffalo.