Head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged the significance of milestones for players, specifically mentioning Jauan Jennings' pursuit of 1,000 receiving yards. He emphasized the importance of recognizing such achievements, stating, 'I would love to help that out for guys. You've got to be somewhat careful of it.' This reflects the balance between player development and team strategy, especially when postseason considerations are absent.
Shanahan recalled last year's scenario with the Rams, noting how he aimed to prevent others from achieving records at the team's expense. He humorously mentioned, 'I told him, I was like, 'yeah, (Los Angeles Rams head coach) Sean's (McVay) going to have to play you to the end of this game because we're not giving you your record.' This highlights the competitive nature within the league and the lengths teams will go to safeguard their own interests.
With regards to Jennings' standout season, Shanahan noted, 'The 49ers badly needed a WR to step up this season with some of their injury issues, and Jennings delivered with a career year that proves he's capable of being a go-to No. 1 or 2.' This recognition underscores Jennings' critical role in the team's evolution and his potential trajectory moving forward.
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