Niners Nation on Jordan Watkins

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49ers receiver Jordan Watkins produces in another promising NFL preseason opener... This summer has signified a new start for Watkins, who is competing to become the team's primary punt returner, too. He handled two punts on Thursday night with a fair catch and a 4-yard return.

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Watkins competing for punt returner role after offseason conditioning improvements.

49ers receiver and 2025 fourth-round pick from Ole Miss competing to become the team's primary punt returner; improved conditioning and body composition this offseason—weight increased from 195 pounds last season to 202–205 pounds with reduced body fat through diet changes (high protein, steak/chicken/vegetables, eliminated sweet tea and carbohydrates except breakfast); handled two punts in preseason opener with one fair catch and 4-yard return; ran 4.37 seconds in 40-yard dash at combine.

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