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49ers’ Corliss Waitman is Proving His Value Beyond the Numbers

49ers punter Corliss Waitman makes an impact beyond the numbers with precise punts, a strong net average, and key field-position gains for San Francisco.

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 5:21 PM
49ers’ Corliss Waitman is Proving His Value Beyond the Numbers
Key Things to Know
  • Alex Carl highlights punter Corliss Waitman as an underrated contributor to the 49ers' early-season success.
  • Waitman holds a 43.4 net punting average, allowing just 38 return yards across 16 punts through five games.
  • Over half of Waitman's punts have landed inside the 20-yard line, recording only one touchback.
The Story in 60 Seconds

San Francisco 49ers punter Corliss Waitman has played a vital role in winning the field-position battle through five games despite limited opportunities. While holding an unremarkable gross average of 47.3 yards per punt, Waitman boasts a net average of 43.4 yards per punt, allowing only 38 return yards across 16 punts.

Alex Carl highlights Waitman's standout performance during San Francisco's 32-29 victory over Seattle, where all five of his punts landed inside the 20-yard line. This included a punt downed at the 4-yard line that set up a defensive touchdown by Gracen Halton.

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