49ers HC Kyle Shanahan made some strong comments about former Tennessee WR Jauan Jennings
Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Jauan Jennings probably isn't going to lead the San Francisco 49ers in receiving yards anytime soon, but that hasn't stopped him from becoming a fan favorite in the Bay Area. Jennings, or third-and-Jauan as he's known by 49ers fans, has quickly developed a reputation for being a high-energy player who […]
Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Jauan Jennings probably isn't going to lead the San Francisco 49ers in receiving yards anytime soon, but that hasn't stopped him from becoming a fan favorite in the Bay Area.
Jennings, or third-and-Jauan as he's known by 49ers fans, has quickly developed a reputation for being a high-energy player who gives relentless effort on every snap.
That probably sounds familiar to Vols fans, who grew accustomed to seeing Jennings break tackles during his time in Knoxville.
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked about Jennings this week and he had some incredibly positive things to say about the former Vol.
"Jauan, he's one of a kind, as you guys probably know just talking to him," said Shanahan on Wednesday. "Just watch him on run plays. He does those run plays like he does that 3rd-and-7 when there's three guys trying to tackle him. I mean, Jauan's on another level of confidence, energy. The only person who holds Jauan back is us."
"Jauan is ready to take over at all times," added Shanahan. "It's his mindset. And that's why when we come to him, whether it's every few games or a bunch in one game, he always seems like he's going to rise to the occasion and make one of the most important plays in the game."
I'm not sure there's a better description of Jennings. He's not the most athletic player on the field and he's not the fastest. But I'm not sure there's anyone in the league that loves playing football more than him. It's the same type of approach that made him a legend at Tennessee despite not setting any school records. And it's that approach that's going to keep Jennings, a former seventh round draft pick, in the NFL for years to come.
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