Trent Taylor NFL Fantasy Profiles

Mans the slot in finale

Taylor caught three of four targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 48-32 loss to the Rams.

Analysis: Taylor was on the field for just 20 of the team's 58 offensive snaps, only moving up to third on the depth chart despite three starting wideouts sitting out with injuries. Week 17's playing time distribution is just a microcosm of the direction the wideout's standing with the franchise has gone in 2018. Taylor went from starting slot receiver in his rookie campaign to an afterthought behind other young receivers (Kendrick Bourne and Richie James) this year. The 24-year-old still has two years…read more

Gets some extra run due to injuries

Taylor caught one pass (two targets) for 23 yards in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Bears.

Analysis: Taylor didn't put up impressive numbers, but he did see the field more in the second half after Dante Pettis (knee) went down to injury. The latter is not expected to play in the season finale against the Rams, and Marquise Goodwin's (Achilles) status is murky as well. If both receivers end up sitting out, Taylor figures to enter the wideout rotation and occupy one of the top three spots alongside Kendrick Bourne. The 49ers could also bring in some additional wideouts, as the team would only…read more

Maintains limited role

Taylor had one catch (two targets) for eight yards in Sunday's 26-23 win over the Seahawks.

Analysis: Taylor actually finished third in wideout targets, but he remains stagnant in a fourth-receiver role. It didn't help that the 24-year-old dropped a wide open pass on a crucial drive in the fourth quarter. Barring unforeseen absences ahead of him on the depth chart, Taylor will be a non-factor in a Week 16 matchup against the Bears.

Logs one catch

Taylor caught one of two targets for six yards in Sunday's 20-14 win over Denver.

Analysis: Marquise Goodwin (personal) returned to action, but Taylor was able to hang on to the fourth receiver role ahead of Richie James (zero targets). Taylor even took over punt return duties after James fumbled a return for the second straight week. Despite the slight bump in duties, the 24-year-old remains a non-factor in fantasy with just five receptions over the team's last six games.

Continues limited role

Taylor brought in his only target for 11 yards in Sunday's 43-16 loss to Seattle.

Analysis: Marquise Goodwin (personal) and Pierre Garcon (knee) remained sidelined, but Taylor still finished fourth in targets to wide receivers for the second consecutive week. It has become apparent that the 24-year-old has fallen out of favor in San Francisco, mitigating his fantasy value heading into a Week 14 matchup with the Broncos.

Targeted once in loss

Taylor brought in his only target for 12 yards in Monday's 27-23 loss to the Giants.

Analysis: Taylor was a healthy scratch last week, but he re-entered the wide receiver rotation with Pierre Garcon (knee) sitting this one out. The 24-year-old started the season as the 49ers' primary slot man, but his recent limited usage indicates that the team is going to give other options a larger look moving forward. Taylor will be off the fantasy radar when San Francisco returns to action Week 13 following its bye.

Available Monday

Taylor is active for Monday's game against Giants.

Analysis: A healthy scratch in the 49ers' most recent game Nov. 1, Taylor returns to a receiving corps without the services of Pierre Garcon (knee). Expect George Kittle and Marquise Goodwin to dominate the attention of Nick Mullens, but Taylor could wrest offensive snaps from fellow wide receivers Kendrick Bourne and Richie James.

Healthy scratch Thursday

Taylor (coach's decision) is listed as inactive Thursday versus the Raiders.

Analysis: A back injury has plagued Taylor at times since mid-May and even forced a DNP in a Week 6 visit to Green Bay. In two games in the meantime, he's been sparsely used, turning just five targets into two receptions for 13 yards. Expect Marquise Goodwin, Pierre Garcon (shoulder/knee) and Kendrick Bourne to get the most attention from fill-in starting quarterback Nick Mullens in the passing attack.

Logs just one catch Sunday

Taylor had one catch (two targets) for seven yards in Sunday's loss to Arizona.

Analysis: Pierre Garcon (knee) was unable to suit up Sunday, but Kendrick Bourne was the receiver who benefited most from the veteran's absence. Taylor has logged just one catch in each of his previous two matchups despite serving as the 49ers' primary slot man, making him hard to trust even in a favorable matchup against the Raiders on Thursday.

Quiet in return

Taylor (back) was limited to one catch (three targets) for six yards in Sunday's 39-10 loss to the Rams.

Analysis: Taylor returned to action after missing Week 6's contest with a back injury. Like the rest of his fellow wide receivers, the shifty slot man was unable to get anything going against the Rams defense. Taylor will look to get back on track Sunday against the Cardinals, who he posted his best stat line of the season (seven catches, 61 yards and a touchdown) in their previous meeting Week 5.

Ready to play Sunday

Taylor (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Analysis: Dante Pettis (knee) is the lone 49ers wideout unavailable Sunday after both Taylor and Pierre Garcon (shoulder/knee) received clearance to suit up following pregame workouts. Taylor, who sat out for the first time all season in the Week 6 loss to the Packers, should check back in as the 49ers' primary slot man Sunday. The second-year player turned in his best outing of the season in his last appearance Oct. 7 against the Cardinals, reeling in seven of eight targets for 61 yards and a touchdown.

Deemed questionable for Week 7

Taylor (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Taylor was listed as doubtful with the injury ahead of the 49ers' Week 6 matchup with the Packers before ultimately being inactive for the contest, so the fact that he's considered questionable for Week 7 suggests he's taken a step forward in his recovery from the back injury. If cleared to suit up Sunday, Taylor would likely retain his usual duties in the slot, where he forged a quality connection with quarterback C.J. Beathard his last time out. In the 49ers' Week 5 loss to the Cardinals,…read more

Returns to limited participation

Taylor (back) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: This is a step in the right direction after Taylor was held out of practice all last week and listed as doubtful before being inactive for Monday's 33-30 loss to the Packers. Kendrick Bourne filled in as San Francisco's No. 3 wide receiver, catching one of three targets for 22 yards. The role doesn't offer much promise with franchise quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (knee) out for the season.

Inactive Week 6

Taylor (back) is inactive for Monday's contest in Green Bay.

Analysis: This was more or less a formality after Taylor didn't practice all week and was given a 'doubtful' tag for Monday's game. The 49ers will be down two wide receivers -- also, Dante Pettis (knee) -- which should give Kendrick Bourne, Victor Bolden and Richie James an opportunity to receive looks behind starters Marquise Goodwin and Pierre Garcon.

Unlikely to play Monday

Taylor (back) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against Green Bay, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Taylor was a non-participant for the third consecutive day, limiting any optimism of his availability for Monday. The 49ers' depth at wide receiver could be tested with Pierre Garcon (shoulder/knee) listed as questionable and Dante Pettis (knee) ruled out. Richie James and Kendrick Bourne could see increased snaps due to the injuries.

Not expected to play

Taylor (back) is not expected to play in Monday's game against the Packers, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Taylor was held out of practice Thursday and Friday without any sign of an imminent return. Richie James would make sense as a replacement in the slot, but Kendrick Bourne should also be in the mix for snaps and targets, especially if Pierre Garcon (shoulder/knee) is absent or limited. The 49ers have already ruled out Dante Pettis (knee).

Not practicing Friday

Taylor (back) isn't practicing Friday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: With Taylor and Pierre Garcon (shoulder) still not practicing and Dante Pettis (knee) already ruled out, Kendrick Bourne may get a chance to earn regular reps Monday in Green Bay. The Niners might also consider using rookie slot specialist Richie James if Taylor isn't able to play.

Dealing with back injury

Coach Kyle Shanahan said Taylor would be held out of Thursday's practice due to a back injury, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Three of the 49ers' top four wideouts -- Taylor, Pierre Garcon (shoulder/knee) and Dante Pettis (knee) -- will sit out the team's first practice of the week, though Shanahan noted Marquise Goodwin (hamstring) would be able to practice in full. While Goodwin seems on track to play Monday against the Packers, Pettis has already been ruled out, leaving Taylor and Garcon somewhere in the middle. It wasn't known that Taylor came out of the Week 5 loss to the Cardinals with any injury, so it's…read more

Posts best game of season

Taylor caught seven of eight targets for a season-high 61 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-18 loss to the Cardinals.

Analysis: It was a nice game for Taylor, but on a negative note, most of his damage came late in the fourth quarter when the 49ers were in comeback mode. In Week 6, Taylor will play the Packers.

Quiet day in loss

Taylor caught two of three targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: Taylor was targeted on just three of C.J. Beathard's 37 pass attempts, highlighting his marginal role in the 49ers' offense. The slot receiver has been held under 30 yards in all four contests this season, keeping him off the fantasy radar.

Gains 24 yards

Taylor caught three passes (four targets) for 24 yards in Sunday's loss to Kansas City.

Analysis: Taylor's three-catch day was certainly an improvement from last week's catchless effort, but the overall results were still negligible from a fantasy standpoint. On the bright side, the 24-year-old remained third on the depth chart ahead of rookie Dante Pettis (zero targets) with Marquise Goodwin returning to the starting lineup. The entire 49ers receiving corps should receive a downgrade next week against the Chargers with C.J. Beathard taking over for the injured Jimmy Garoppolo (knee).

Held catchless Sunday

Taylor was targeted twice but did not record a catch in Sunday's 30-27 victory over the Lions.

Analysis: The 49ers did most of their damage on the ground Sunday, and Pierre Garcon was the only wideout to record more than one catch. Marquis Goodwin (quad) wasn't able to suit up, but rookie Dante Pettis filled his vacant starting role, which kept Taylor in the slot. Expect the 24-year-old to see higher usage in what should be a more pass-happy game plan against the high-octane Chiefs next week.

Catches four passes Sunday

Taylor hauled in four of his six targets for 28 yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.

Analysis: Taylor's six targets tied Pierre Garcon for the lead amongst 49ers' wideouts. The slot receiver mainly ran short and intermediate routes, resulting in the uninspiring yardage total. Marquise Goodwin (quadriceps) went down briefly in the second quarter, but Dante Pettis was the receiver to fill his big-play role on the outside. The team feels comfortable keeping Taylor in the slot, which could provide some solid PPR performances throughout the season, but should cap his value in standard formats.

Scores in preseason debut

Taylor (back) secured two of three targets for seven yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 16-13 preseason loss to the Texans on Saturday.

Analysis: Although his final line was undeniably modest, Taylor significantly propped it up by capping off a game-opening, 10-play, 78-yard march with a two-yard scoring connection with Jimmy Garoppolo. The second-year receiver has been progressively working back into practice after coming off the PUP list July 31, and Saturday's participation and results were certainly encouraging. After turning in solid numbers out of the slot as a rookie (43-430-2) and adding 289 return yards, Taylor projects as an…read more

Participates in 11-on-11

Taylor (back) saw his first 11-on-11 snaps of training camp during Sunday's practice, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Taylor is still being eased into action as a limited participant at this point, having been removed from the PUP list less than a week ago. The second-year receiver played in 15 games as a rookie with the 49ers in 2017, hauling in 43 passes for 430 yards and two touchdowns. That experience could be key in Taylor potentially earning the No. 3 spot at receiver come Week 1, while Dante Pettis and Kendrick Bourne present his greatest competition behind Marquise Goodwin and Pierre Garcon.

Removed from PUP list

Taylor (back) was removed from the PUP-P list Tuesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Taylor missed a good chunk of the offseason program and had minor surgery at some point in June, but the 49ers haven't seemed worried about his Week 1 status at any point. With Marquise Goodwin and Pierre Garcon locked in atop the depth chart, Taylor needs to fend off competition from Dante Pettis and Kendrick Bourne for the No. 3 receiver job. Taylor's solid work from the slot last season would seem to give him an edge, but it could be a tough battle if he needs to be eased back into practice…read more

Hits PUP list

Taylor (back) was placed on the 49ers' Physically Unable to Perform list Wednesday, Joe Fann of the team's official site reports.

Analysis: Per general manager John Lynch, it shouldn't be long before Taylor is good to go, with the receiver just needing to get his conditioning in order after undergoing a minor back procedure this offseason. Pierre Garcon and Marquise Goodwin profile as the 49ers' top wideouts, but Taylor should have a solid chance to lock down a role out of the slot after catching 43 passes for 430 yards and two touchdowns in 14 games as a rookie. Given that the team's offense will be helmed by ascending quarterback…read more

Taylor underwent a minor back procedure but is expected to be fully available for the start of training camp, David Lombardi of The Athletic Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Taylor missed some time during OTAs because of the back issue and will undergo a minor surgical procedure to clear up the problem ahead of training camp. Coming off a 2017 campaign in which he totaled 43 grabs (60 targets) for 430 yards and two touchdowns, Taylor figures to work in the slot again for the 49ers in 2018 -- likely an improved offense with Jimmy Garoppolo at the helm.

Taylor (back) was sidelined once again during Wednesday's practice, Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee reports.

Analysis: Taylor has been dealing with the injury for roughly a week now and with it being so early in offseason programs, the 49ers will likely be extra cautious with their wideout. As a result, it wouldn't be surprising if Taylor missed at least a handful more practices to make sure he's at full strength prior to training camp. For now, it's simply a situation to monitor over the summer.

Taylor did not practice Tuesday due to a back injury, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Analysis: It doesn't appear to be anything serious for Taylor, who head coach Kyle Shanahan described as week-to-week. With the team's mandatory minicamp just three weeks away, it's possible the 49ers may elect to be cautious with the wideout throughout the rest of OTAs. Taylor recorded 43 catches for 430 yards and two touchdowns during his rookie campaign in San Francisco last season.

Taylor will have to prove his worth this offseason after the 49ers drafted Dante Pettis in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Analysis: Taylor spent most of the 2017 season as the 49ers' slot man and return specialist, posting 430 receiving yards and two touchdowns on 43 catches. While the shifty receiver did a decent job in the role, the fact that the team exhausted a second-round pick on a player with a similar skill set should create a job battle during the offseason program. San Francisco also selected Richie James -- another short, athletic receiver -- in the seventh round, so even if Taylor is able to hang on to the…read more

Taylor collected both of his targets for 29 yards in Sunday's season-ending victory over the Rams.

Analysis: The 5-foot-8 rookie spent the majority of the season serving as the 49ers' slot man, totaling 430 receiving yards on 43 receptions with a pair of touchdowns. It was tough to trust Taylor in fantasy outside of deep PPR formats with such low totals in an offense that struggled pass the ball for the majority of the season. If the 49ers make no additions to their receiving corps this offseason -- which would be a surprise -- Taylor would project to man the slot again next season behind a presumably…read more

Taylor (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Rams, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Taylor has been banged up throughout much of November and December, but he'll finish his rookie season having missed just one game. He's been efficient in catching 41 of 58 targets (70.7 percent), albeit for just 9.8 yards per reception with a pair of touchdown. Taylor has landed between three and six targets in each of Jimmy Garoppolo's four starts.

Taylor (shoulder) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Taylor played through the same injury in Sunday's 44-33 win over the Jaguars, catching three of four targets for 19 yards and a touchdown. While he's been efficient on a per-target basis since Jimmy Garoppolo took over at quarterback, Taylor is still getting limited volume with most of his chances coming on short passes. The rookie slot receiver has caught 15 of 18 targets for 162 yards and a touchdown in four Garoppolo starts.

Taylor caught three of his four targets for 19 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 44-33 win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: Taylor's yardage totals have come back down to earth since his Week 12 explosion, as he's tallied just 70 yards on nine receptions over his last three games. Sunday's five-yard score salvaged what would have been a pedestrian fantasy day. All of the 49ers' pass catchers have received a boost in point potential since Jimmy Garoppolo took over under center, but it would be tough to recommend the 49ers' rookie slot man in a Week 17 matchup where he will be facing the Rams' talented nickel corner,…read more

Taylor (shoulder) isn't listed on the final injury report for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Taylor came out of last week's 25-23 win over the Titans with a minor shoulder injury, but it didn't stop him from catching four of five targets for 40 yards. While efficient with his limited workload since Jimmy Garoppolo took over at quarterback, Taylor played less than half of the snaps on offense each of the past three weeks. The rookie will have his hands full against the Jacksonville secondary this Sunday.

Taylor (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Taylor seems to have picked up a new injury in Sunday's 25-23 win over the Titans, though it didn't stop him from catching four of five targets for 40 yards. He's reached the 50-yard mark just once in 14 games as a rookie, catching six passes for 92 yards in Jimmy Garoppolo's first start of the season Week 13 against the Bears. The San Francisco passing game draws a nightmare Week 16 matchup with the Jaguars.

Taylor hauled in four of his five targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 25-23 win over the Titans.

Analysis: After posting a stinker following his breakout performance in Week 12, Taylor leveled out with a performance that better resembled what we've seen all year from the possession receiver. The rookie logged 34 offensive snaps, finishing just ahead of fellow wideouts Louis Murphy (33 snaps) and Kendrick Bourne (31 snaps). With all three receivers eating into each other's production, it is tough to rely on any in standard formats, especially the 5-foot-8 Taylor, whose size isn't suited for many…read more

Taylor caught two of three targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 26-16 win over the Texans.

Analysis: Fellow wideout Marquise Goodwin was able to replicate his improved production with new quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on Sunday, but the boost in usage we saw from Taylor last week fell by the wayside. The rookie's skill set is best suited for short to intermediate routes, and the 49ers' signal caller felt comfortable spreading the ball around on those types of throws, which directly ate in to Taylor's target share. San Francisco's offense has looked better as a whole under Garoppolo, but it…read more

Taylor caught all six of his targets for 92 yards in Sunday's 15-14 win over the Bears.

Analysis: It didn't take long for Jimmy Garoppolo to make an impact on Taylor and the rest of the 49ers' passing game. The improved quarterback play was most evident on the team's game-winning drive when a perfectly placed 10-yard pass hit the rookie slot receiver in stride and allowed him to break off a huge 33-yard gain to help seal the victory. Taylor's six receptions and 92 receiving yards were far and away his best totals of the campaign after he failed to eclipse 42 yards in any of his previous 10…read more

Taylor (ribs) caught two passes (three targets) for 35 yards in Sunday's 24-13 loss to Seattle.

Analysis: Taylor had been out of action since suffering cracked ribs back in Week 9, but the team's bye week allowed the rookie to suit up against a Seattle secondary without the services of Richard Sherman (Achilles) and Kam Chancellor (neck). The absence of the defensive stalwarts didn't have an effect on the hapless 49ers offense, as evidenced by Taylor's 35 yards being the second highest total of any receiver. Jimmy Garoppolo made his long-awaited debut in relief of C.J. Beathard (knee) during San…read more

Taylor (ribs) is listed as active Sunday against the Seahawks.

Analysis: Making his first appearance since Week 9 due to cracked ribs, Taylor will vie with Aldrick Robinson and Kendrick Bourne for reps at wideout behind No. 1 option Marquise Goodwin. Taylor has gathered in 12 of 16 passes for 105 yards in the four games he's played with C.J. Beathard as his quarterback.

Taylor (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Seattle, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Taylor suffered cracked ribs in a Week 9 loss to the Cardinals and subsequently was ruled out early for Week 10 against the Giants. Coming out of a bye, he seemingly has a good shot to suit up, which in turn would push Kendrick Bourne back to a reserve role. Taylor was a limited participant at each practice this week, and his availability may not be confirmed until the 49ers release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.

Taylor (ribs) will be limited at Wednesday's practice, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Analysis: Head coach Kyle Shanahan is hopeful Taylor will be ready for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, after the wideout took advantage of a bye week to rest his cracked ribs. The rookie hasn't played since suffering the injury Week 9 against the Cardinals. Kendrick Bourne filled in Week 10 against the Giants, catching three passes for 42 yards on three targets in a 31-21 win.

Taylor was diagnosed with cracked ribs following Sunday's loss to the Cardinals and has been ruled out for at least the 49ers' Week 10 matchup with the Giants, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Analysis: Taylor was always expected to miss time with the injury, and the 49ers' decision to rule him out this early in advance of Week 10 preparations suggests it's likely he'll miss additional contests. The slot wideout's meager contributions this season (24 catches for 204 yards and a touchdown) won't be missed by many fantasy owners, but he could be featured more down the stretch -- assuming he makes a healthy return -- as the flailing 49ers look to evaluate their younger talent amid another lost…read more

Taylor is suspected to be dealing with cracked ribs and could be out indefinitely, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Analysis: The 49ers simply relayed that Taylor hurt his ribs when he exited Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, but the team offered no specificity regarding the extent of the injury. If he did indeed crack his ribs, Taylor, who has recorded 24 catches for 24 yards and a touchdown on the season, would almost certainly miss the Week 10 game against the Giants, though he could be ready to play coming out of the 49ers' Week 11 bye.