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Kyle Shanahan: Young WR Jordan Watkins Takes 'Huge Step Forward' vs. Raiders

Kyle Shanahan: Young WR Jordan Watkins Takes 'Huge Step Forward' vs. Raiders
World Sports · 03:48:18 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan praised wide receiver Jordan Watkins after the team's game against the Las Vegas Raiders on November 8, 2026, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Watkins, wearing number 17, celebrated a touchdown reception in the third quarter, prompting Shanahan to say the young player took "a huge step forward" in his development. The 49ers hosted the Raiders in a regular-season matchup, with Watkins' performance drawing positive attention from the coaching staff.

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