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49ers Prioritize Fresh Talent Over Amari Cooper Chase

8/13/2025

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is hesitant to chase veteran wide receiver Amari Cooper, opting instead for fresh talent. The team recently auditioned four lesser-known wideouts—Malik Turner, Kwamie Lassiter, Frank Darby, and Jalen Camp—due to worries about Jordan Watkins' high-ankle sprain, highlighting their focus on building from within.

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Story summary

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is hesitant to chase veteran wide receiver Amari Cooper, opting instead for fresh talent. The team recently auditioned four lesser-known wideouts—Malik Turner, Kwamie Lassiter, Frank Darby, and Jalen Camp—due to worries about Jordan Watkins' high-ankle sprain, highlighting their focus on building from within.