Week 16 Outlook
Availability
Jalen Hurd, who had just signed on with New England, announced Tuesday that he will be retiring from the NFL.
Fantasy Impact
Hurd was a bit of a hybrid back receiver in college, and he showed enough to earn a third-round selection by the 49ers in 2019. However, things never panned out for Hurd at the NFL level as he could not stay healthy. It seemed as though Hurd was going to give it another go in 2023, but instead, he announced he is stepping away from the game.
The Patriots signed WR Jalen Hurd Monday.
Fantasy Impact
Hurd recently worked out for Houston as he tries to make an attempt to return to the NFL. Hurd’s previous three seasons all ended with injuries prior to the regular season. Hurd will likely be a depth piece if he can stay healthy and make the roster.
The Texans hosted WR Jalen Hurd Friday for a workout.
Fantasy Impact
Hurd’s career has been derailed by injuries during his three years with the 49ers. Hurd has yet to remain healthy long enough to see the field during the regular season. Should the Texans sign him, Hurd would likely be a depth piece on Houston’s roster.
Kyle Shanahan said that Jalen Hurd’s knee started bothering him shortly after the Raiders game and the pain hasn’t gone away.
Fantasy Impact
The 49ers will “shut him down for a little bit” and he’s an injured reserve candidate with Travis Benjamin being the top candidate to take his spot. He would miss at least three games if he is placed on IR.
49ers WR Jalen Hurd caught 4-of-6 targets for 25 yards in Sunday's win over the Raiders. He added one carry for two rushing yards.
Fantasy Impact
In his first game this preseason, Hurd saw playing time with the starters. It is likely that he has to compete with Jauan Jennings and Travis Benjamin to crack the 53-man roster. Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Trent Sherfield, and Mohamed Sanu are expected to be the top 4 WRs on the team.
