49ers Should Consider Signing Keenan Allen as Wide Receiver

San Francisco, CA – The San Francisco 49ers are actively seeking a wide receiver as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season. With Brandon Aiyuk recovering from a torn ACL and MCL, and Demarcus Robinson‘s potential suspension looming due to a DUI arrest, the team faces significant uncertainty in its receiving corps.

Bleacher Report suggests that the 49ers should consider signing veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen. Now 33 years old, Allen remains a dependable target. He boasts a career catch rate of 68.1 percent and has recorded nine of his last 14 touchdowns from within 16 yards of the goal line. This reliability could be crucial for the 49ers, especially as they look to support quarterback Brock Purdy, who recently signed a five-year, $265 million contract extension.

With running back Christian McCaffrey aging, it is vital for the 49ers to ensure their passing game is strong. Allen could complement players like Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall in three-receiver sets, providing both depth and a potential upgrade over Robinson.

During the 2024 season, Allen caught 70 passes for 744 yards and seven touchdowns as a member of the Chicago Bears. His ability to generate reliable offense, especially in the red zone, could help the 49ers navigate the early part of the season while Aiyuk returns to the field.

Despite concerns about Allen being a slower possession receiver, his skill set aligns well with the 49ers’ offensive needs, particularly under head coach Kyle Shanahan’s strategy that values route precision and separation. In a wide receiver market that still has notable veterans available, the 49ers might find that signing Allen is both a strategic and economical move.

As the offseason continues, all eyes will be on San Francisco to see if they can bolster their receiving options before the training camp begins.