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Ex-49ers Star Doesn’t Hold Back on Jauan Jennings After Failed Trade

Jay Glazer of Fox Sports recently reported that the San Francisco 49ers were working on a trade to strengthen their receiving corps, with a deal in place with the Minnesota Vikings for Jauan Jennings.However, Jennings ultimately decided against the move…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 7:53 AM
Ex-49ers Star Doesn’t Hold Back on Jauan Jennings After Failed Trade
Key Things to Know
  • Former 49ers safety Donte Whitner criticized Jauan Jennings for rejecting a trade back to San Francisco.
  • The 49ers agreed to a trade framework with the Minnesota Vikings, but Jennings declined the move.
  • 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed on November 4 that the team pursued a trade for Jennings.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former San Francisco 49ers safety Donte Whitner publicly criticized wide receiver Jauan Jennings for rejecting a trade to return to San Francisco. Reporting by Fox Sports' Jay Glazer revealed that the 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings had a deal in place, but Jennings opted against the move, choosing to remain in Minnesota instead.

Speaking on the Grit Code Podcast on November 5, Whitner questioned Jennings' decision, arguing that declining to play alongside quarterback Brock Purdy could jeopardize his career given his low production. Meanwhile, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed to reporters on November 4 that San Francisco had indeed pursued the trade for Jennings.

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