Vols start first Tennessee native at quarterback since Jauan Jennings
George MacIntyre became the first Tennessee native to start at quarterback for the Vols since Jauan Jennings held the role.
Jauan Jennings Start or sit, Week 5
WR · Minnesota Vikings · #14
Final
0.0 pts
0 rec, 0 yds
PPR scoring.
Status
- Injury
- Out · Not injury related - personal matter
- Did Not Participate In Practice in practice
- Depth chart
- WR #3
- Offense
- College
- Tennessee
- Experience
- 6 seasons
Week
Week 5
Matchup
New Orleans Saints
DFS salary
$4,100
Projection
1.5
Recent form
2026 season (5 games): 6 rec · 44 rec yds
- Wk 5@ NOW 23-130.0 pts
- Wk 4vs MIAW 15-101 rec, 8 rec yds1.3 pts
- Wk 3@ TBW 23-161 rec, 1 rec yds0.6 pts
- Wk 1vs GBW 39-220.0 pts
- 2025 Wk 18@ SFW 13-34 rec, 35 rec yds5.5 pts
Season by season
Sorted by Season ↓
| 2026 · MIN | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · SF | 14 | 0 | 0 |
Jauan Jennings: quick answers
- Who does Jauan Jennings play in week 5?
- Jauan Jennings faces New Orleans Saints with the Minnesota Vikings.
- Is Jauan Jennings injured?
- Jauan Jennings has no injury designation right now.
- What is Jauan Jennings's DraftKings salary?
- $4,100 for week 5.
What's happening with Jauan Jennings
George MacIntyre made his first start at quarterback for Tennessee, becoming the first Tennessee native to hold that job for the Vols since Jauan Jennings last did so. The milestone highlights how rare it has been for a hometown player to lead the Vols under center.
Source:Yahoo Sports College FootballOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
A trade proposal floated by a national outlet suggests the Packers could target Jauan Jennings as a wide receiver upgrade, though Jennings actually plays for the 49ers, not Minnesota as the pitch states. No official trade talks have been reported, so any move remains purely speculative at this point.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Several fantasy-relevant receivers and backs, including DJ Moore, Garrett Wilson, Malik Nabers, Terry McLaurin, Keenan Allen, Chase Brown and others, were featured in Week 5 start/sit roundups. No injury or role changes were reported; the pieces focused purely on weekly lineup decisions based on matchups and recent performance.”
Source:RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Jauan Jennings could see an uptick in fantasy value this week if Vikings receiver Jordan Addison is unable to play against the Saints. With Addison's status uncertain, Jennings profiles as a potential start option, while other receivers like Matthew Golden and Courtland Sutton also drew fantasy consideration for Week 5.
Reported byPFF,RotoBaller,DraftKings NetworkOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
A 49ers insider floated the idea of San Francisco reuniting with receiver Jauan Jennings, now with the Vikings, pointing to the team's pattern of bringing back familiar faces. That trend includes linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who already returned to the 49ers this offseason alongside Deebo Samuel. No deal for Jennings has been reported.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Jauan Jennings in our articles
- Team previewMinnesota Vikings (4-0) Week 5 Preview vs New Orleans Saints (1-3): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
- Game previewNFL Week 5: Minnesota Vikings (4-0) vs. New Orleans Saints (1-3) Game Preview, Injury Report and Predictions
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
Latest Jennings news
- Fantasy
Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 5? Tre Tucker, Malik Nabers, Keenan Allen, Garrett Wilson, Jeremiyah Love, Marshawn Lloyd, Jaylen Wright, Jauan Jennings, Chase Brown
A Week 5 fantasy football start/sit breakdown examines players such as Malik Nabers, Garrett Wilson, Keenan Allen and Chase Brown.
NFL Trade Pitch Sees Packers Acquire $8 Million WR From NFC North Rival
A trade proposal suggests the Packers could pursue a wide receiver upgrade from a division rival, naming Vikings receiver Jauan Jennings as a possible target.
Vikings Get Intriguing Jauan Jennings Take Amid 49ers Speculation
The Vikings signed Jauan Jennings to a one-year, $8 million deal expecting him to be their WR3 after Jalen Nailor's departure, but recent comments suggest a more complicated outlook amid 49ers-related speculation.
- DFS
Start or Sit Jauan Jennings if Jordan Addison is Out in Fantasy Football Week 5?
DraftKings Network examines whether to start or sit Vikings receiver Jauan Jennings in Week 5 fantasy football if Jordan Addison is unable to play against the Saints.
- Fantasy
Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 5? Denzel Boston, Michael Pittman, DJ Moore, Dohnte Meyers, Tre Tucker, Jauan Jennings, Davante Adams, Malik Nabers, Terry McLaurin
RotoBaller's Week 5 fantasy start/sit column weighs lineup calls for receivers including Denzel Boston, DJ Moore, Davante Adams, Malik Nabers and Terry McLaurin.
49ers Insider Has Strong Take Involving Vikings’ Jauan Jennings
A 49ers insider suggested San Francisco could have interest in reuniting with Vikings receiver Jauan Jennings after already bringing back Deebo Samuel and Dre Greenlaw this offseason.
Odell Beckham Jr.'s arrival could be a message to Jauan Jennings
The Vikings' signing of Odell Beckham Jr. wasn't just for publicity, and it may signal something to receiver Jauan Jennings.
Vikings Make Jauan Jennings Admission After Beckham Jr. Addition
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell spoke about Jauan Jennings' slow start to the season as Minnesota prepares to face the Las Vegas Raiders.
Vikings Could Trade 2,500-Yard WR Before Deadline
Despite high hopes for Minnesota's receiver trio of Jefferson, Addison and Jennings, the Vikings could look to trade the 2,500-yard wideout before the deadline.