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Jacob Cowing Start or sit, Week 9
WR · San Francisco 49ers · #4
Status
- Depth chart
- WR #6
- Offense
- College
- Arizona
- Experience
- 3 seasons
Week
Week 9
Matchup
Las Vegas Raiders
DFS salary
$3,600
Projection
2.0
Recent form
2026 season (7 games): 12 rush yds · 4 rec · 47 rec yds
- Wk 7@ ATLL 20-2910 rush yds, 3 rec, 38 rec yds6.3 pts
- Wk 6vs WSHW 23-17-2.0 pts
- Wk 5@ SEAW 32-291 rec, 9 rec yds-0.6 pts
- Wk 4vs DENW 24-142 rush yds0.2 pts
- Wk 3vs ARIW 36-300.0 pts
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Jacob Cowing: quick answers
- Who does Jacob Cowing play in week 9?
- Jacob Cowing faces Las Vegas Raiders with the San Francisco 49ers.
- Is Jacob Cowing injured?
- Jacob Cowing has no injury designation right now.
- What is Jacob Cowing's DraftKings salary?
- $3,600 for week 9.
What's happening with Jacob Cowing
San Francisco had only four available wide receivers, including Jacob Cowing, Christian Kirk and Brandin Cooks, during their loss to Atlanta. The thin depth at the position has been cited as a factor in Brock Purdy's extended slump since Week 5, putting added pressure on this trio to produce.
Source:Niners NationOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
With Mike Evans expected to sit out Week 7 against Atlanta because of an Achilles issue, Jacob Cowing is poised for an increased role in the passing game. The absence could give him a rare chance to see expanded targets and make a bigger impact for the 49ers this week.
Source:Niners NationOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Jacob Cowing was not in the starting lineup, with Jordan Watkins lining up opposite Mike Evans instead. The change suggests Cowing's offensive role could be reduced going forward, while Evans remains a fixture atop the receiving corps.
Source:Niners NationOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
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