Jacob Cowing aims for first punt return touchdown in over a decade for 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
As training camp progresses, Jacob Cowing seeks to secure a spot on the San Francisco 49ers' roster while targeting a significant personal goal. Cowing aims to be the first 49ers player to return a punt for a touchdown since Ted Ginn Jr. accomplished the feat in 2011. He has been focusing on special teams and tracking the ball, particularly after missing the 2025 season due to injury. The departure of Skyy Moore has opened the punt return role, creating an opportunity for Cowing to make a meaningful impact on the team. His performance in the upcoming preseason may determine his chances of securing a roster spot.
- •Jacob Cowing drafted in the fourth round of 2024 NFL draft.
- •Cowing missed the entire 2025 season due to a hamstring injury.
- •No 49ers player has returned a punt for a touchdown since 2011.
- •Skyy Moore's departure leaves an open competition for punt return duties.
- •Cowing aims to improve special teams skills during training camp.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Young WR trying to accomplish a feat no 49ers player has in 15 years
"The 49ers have a tough battle going on in the wide receiver room, but if one young wide receiver makes the roster, he has a specific goal for 2026.
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