- Trent Taylor
- #15
- Team SF
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
- Owner FA
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Back from COVID-19 list
The 49ers activated Taylor (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, per the league's official transactions report.
Analysis: Taylor missed the final two games of the regular season while on the COVID list. On the year, he caught 10 of 21 targets for 86 yards in 12 appearances. The 26-year-old is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on COVID-19 list
Taylor was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
Analysis: Taylor either tested positive for the virus himself or came in close contact with somebody that did. If it turns out to be the latter, then the receiver still has a chance of being cleared in time for Saturday's game against Arizona. Taylor has just 10 catches this season but plays a prominent role on special teams as the punt returner.
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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Nets 14 yards on return
Taylor registered a 14-yard punt return while going without an offensive snap during Sunday's 41-33 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Taylor made his return to the lineup Sunday after being deemed a healthy scratch for San Francisco's Week 13 and 14 matchups. Against Dallas, the Louisiana Tech product was held without an offensive snap for just the second time this season, though he was capable of building upon a strong 12.4 yards-per-punt return average. The 26-year-old remains on the active roster as the 49ers prepare for a Week 16 road trip to Arizona.
Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Another healthy scratch Week 14
Taylor (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 14 tilt against Washington.
Analysis: The third-year slot man has now been a healthy scratch for two consecutive games, as the recent returns to health of Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk have pushed Taylor back down the depth chart. The 26-year-old's next opportunity to get back in uniform comes in a Week 15 road battle versus the Cowboys.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch for MNF
Taylor (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday night's matchup against the Bills.
Analysis: Week 13 marks Taylor's first healthy scratch of the 2020 campaign, with River Cracraft being inserted above him as the 49ers' No. 5 WR option. Given varying availability of San Francisco's top receivers from week to week, the 26-year-old Taylor has been sporadically involved this season. He has posted six different appearances with 20-plus offensive snaps but has logged six or fewer in five other contests.
Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns two punts
Taylor had two punt returns for 27 yards during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Rams.
Analysis: Taylor exclusively played special teams during the divisional matchup, which is the first time this season he hasn't seen the field on offense. Even River Cracraft saw a couple offensive snaps during the contest, as Taylor is clearly buried on the depth chart.
Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Active Sunday
Taylor (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: The 26-year-old was considered questionable despite practicing with no limitations Thursday and Friday, so it's not a major surprise he's suiting up Sunday. Kendrick Bourne (undisclosed) and Brandon Aiyuk (undisclosed) are both back in action this week, so Taylor may not see significant offensive opportunities.
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice, deemed questionable
Taylor (back) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Taylor practiced without limitations Thursday and Friday, so he should be good to go barring a setback. The 26-year-old wideout was left out of the equation in last week's loss to the Packers when Richie James stepped up, and he could be pushed further down the depth chart with Brandon Aiyuk and Kendrick Bourne both returning to action.
Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to rock
Taylor (back) was a full participant during Thursday's practice, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Analysis: Taylor saw his reps managed Wednesday while tending to the back injury, but as evidenced by this news, he appears on track for Sunday's game against the Saints. With Deebo Samuel (hamstring) and River Cracraft (quadriceps) also dealing with injuries, Taylor could be in line for some extra work Sunday. He played a season-high 58 percent of the offensive snaps against the Packers, and he could see a similar level of participation in Week 10.
Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Bothered by back injury
Taylor didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to a back injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With the news that he's tending to an injury, Taylor joins a growing list of San Francisco wide receivers whose status is in question for Sunday's game in New Orleans. While all of Kendrick Bourne, Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel (hamstring) were on the reserve/COVID-19 list during last week's loss to Green Bay, Taylor played a season-high 58 percent of the 49ers' offensive snaps, but he managed only one nine-yard reception on four targets. The 49ers should at least have Aiyuk available Week 10…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 11 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Fails to seize opportunity
Taylor was held to one reception (four targets) for nine yards in Thursday's 34-17 loss to Green Bay.
Analysis: Kendrick Bourne and Brandon Aiyuk were held out of action due to potential exposure to COVID-19, so the 49ers were running thin at the wide receiver position. Taylor remained in the slot (58 percent of offensive snaps) and did not absorb any of the targets left behind by the two sidelined starters. Richie James (nine receptions for 184 yards and a touchdown) was the receiver to step it up, which could put Taylor's slot role in jeopardy going forward in the likely event both Aiyuk and Bourne are…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts 32 yards in losing effort
Taylor had three receptions (four targets) for 32 yards in Sunday's 37-27 loss to Seattle.
Analysis: Taylor was promoted from special teams contributor to the 49ers' starting slot receiver following last week's injury to Deebo Samuel (hamstring). The 26-year-old was able to set new season highs in receptions and yardage while seeing the field for 50 percent of the team's offensive snaps. Samuel is expected to miss Thursday's contest against the Packers, allowing Taylor to remain involved in the offensive game plan for at least another week. The potential season-ending loss of George Kittle…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Should resume slot duties Week 8
Taylor -- who logged just three offensive snaps and received no targets Sunday -- should resume his role as the team's primary slot receiver for however long Deebo Samuel (hamstring) remains sidelined.
Analysis: Samuel suffered another lower-body injury in Sunday's 33-6 thrashing of the Patriots, and coach Kyle Shanahan said his starting wideout will "miss some time," Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports. Taylor has been relegated to special teams duties ever since Samuel returned from his first stint on IR, but the traditional slot man should resume his previous role during his teammate's absence. Jimmy Garoppolo has looked healthy and productive over his last two games, so Taylor could pop up…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Just eight yards in win
Taylor had one catch (two targets) for eight yards in Sunday's 24-16 win over the Rams.
Analysis: Taylor continues to sit at fourth on the receiver depth chart ever since Deebo Samuel returned from injury. It is hard to blame the veteran slot man for poor production when he sees just six snaps on offense. In his current role, there is nothing to reap from a fantasy perspective heading into a matchup against the Patriots on Sunday.
Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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Exciting punt return in defeat
Taylor collected 17 yards on his lone punt-return opportunity, but he did not garner any targets during Sunday's 43-17 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: The Louisiana Tech standout failed to register a target for the first time this season, as Deebo Samuel (eight), Brandon Aiyuk (six) and Kendrick Bourne (four) were the only San Francisco receivers to have a pass thrown their way against Miami. Taylor's season-high in receiving is 20 yards, as the 49ers head into a Week 6 matchup against the Rams' second-ranked pass defense.
Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 6:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on practice field
Taylor (ankle) was a full participant during Thursday's practice, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.
Analysis: Taylor had a bit of an injury scare Wednesday, as he popped up on the injury report with the ankle issue. As evidenced by this news, the Louisiana Tech product appears healthy for Week 5. Expect Taylor to assume his usual depth role at receiver while also serving as the team's primary punt returner.
Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Picks up injury
Taylor (ankle) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It's unclear when Taylor suffered the injury, but he was unable to haul in his only target during Sunday's loss to Philadelphia. Expect Taylor's practice status throughout the week to be a better indication of his chances to suit up in Week 5. With Dante Pettis (knee) also dealing with injury, it's unclear how the receiver depth chart will look for Week 5.
Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Blanked in catch department
Taylor did not haul in his lone target during Sunday night's 25-20 loss to Philadelphia.
Analysis: While George Kittle and Jerick McKinnon soaked up 56.1 percent of the target share, receivers Kendrick Bourne (six targets), Brandon Aiyuk (five targets) and Deebo Samuel (three targets) claimed much of the remaining passing-game work against the Eagles. Even with a myriad of injuries to the WR position in the early going of 2020, Taylor has only attracted five total targets the past three games. He was granted somewhat of an opportunity in the season opener against Arizona with five targets,…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts 20 yards on lone touch
Taylor caught his only target for 20 yards in Sunday's 36-9 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Taylor got the start at the slot receiver position for the third week in a row, but he was held to two receptions or less over that same span. Despite being up big for the majority of the contest, the 49ers still threw the ball 36 times, so volume wasn't the issue either. It simply appears that Taylor isn't very high in the pecking order for targets from either of San Francisco's signal-callers so far this season. The slot man will face another soft defensive matchup in Philadelphia on Sunday…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Musters up 10 yards
Taylor caught two of three targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-13 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Taylor had an intriguing outlook with George Kittle (knee) sidelined in Week 2, but he made little impact and logged just 46 percent of offensive snaps. With Mohamed Sanu on board and Deebo Samuel (foot) potentially returning soon, Taylor's snap share could dry up quickly if he doesn't make an impact in Week 3 versus the Giants.
Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches two of five targets
Taylor had two receptions (five targets) for seven yards in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: Taylor clearly didn't have great chemistry with Jimmy Garoppolo after missing most of the past two seasons due to injury. The five targets tied four other receivers for the team lead, so it's apparent that the 26-year-old is considered the primary slot receiver out of the gates. Despite occupying a significant role, Taylor won't have much fantasy value heading into a matchup with the Jets on a team that utilizes its tight ends and running backs heavily in the passing game.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Should see steady slot snaps Week 1
Taylor is expected to receive extended reps out of the slot in Sunday's season opener versus the Cardinals, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: San Francisco will take a banged-up receiving corps into Week 1, as four players are on injured reserve -- including top option Deebo Samuel (foot) -- while rookie first-round pick Brandon Aiyuk (hamstring) is questionable for the contest and is expected to have a limited role if he does suit up. That should pave the way for Taylor to have a regular spot in three-wideout sets, potentially making the 26-year-old a decent DFS punt play in a game that has one of the highest projected over/unders…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Steers clear of PUP list
Taylor (foot) went through physicals on Saturday and was not placed on the PUP list, indicating that he is healthy heading into training camp, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Taylor missed the entire 2019 season due to multiple procedures on his ailing foot. With a clean bill of health, the 26-year-old will compete for the 49ers' slot receiver job with several other options including, but not limited to, Brandon Aiyuk, Jalen Hurd and Richie James during training camp.
Published: Mon, Aug 3 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Running routes for for Garoppolo
Taylor (foot) has been running routes and catching passes from Jimmy Garoppolo during recent workouts, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 26-year-old missed all of 2019 due to a foot injury but appears fully recovered after undergoing numerous surgeries to address the issue. His quiet 2018 season (26 catches, 215 yards and one touchdown) and the injury bring question to his roster security as he enters the final year of his rookie deal. The 49ers have indicated he's still a part of the team's plans, but he'll likely be competing with Jalen Hurd, Dante Pettis, Richie James and Travis Benjamin for a roster spot.
Published: Wed, Jun 3 at 6:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Still part of team's plans
The 49ers still expect "big things" from Taylor (foot), according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area.
Analysis: The 2017 fifth-round pick showed promise as a slot specialist his rookie season, but he slipped to 5.2 YPT on 41 targets in 2018 and then missed all of 2019 with a foot injury. He reportedly had five procedures on the impacted foot, with the final one occurring Jan. 2. While the 49ers may still have high hopes for the soon-to-be 26-year-old, he's entering the final season of his rookie contract facing tough competition for playing time. Kendrick Bourne did solid work in the slot last season,…read more
Published: Tue, Apr 28 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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Still sporting walking boot
Taylor (foot) was still spotted with a walking boot Wednesday and doesn't have an official timetable for resuming on-field work, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor has undergone five procedures to address the foot injury that caused him to spend the 2019 season on injured reserve, but he expects to shed his boot soon. While an official timetable for the 25-year-old's return has yet to be revealed, Taylor is hopeful he'll be healthy in time for OTAs in the spring. He stands to compete for a depth role in San Francisco's receiver corps for the 2020 season.
Published: Wed, Feb 5 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be ready for OTAs
Taylor underwent surgery on his foot Jan. 2 but is expected to participate in OTAs this offseason, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: It was the fifth and final surgery for Taylor's foot injury, for which he originally went under the knife last offseason. The 25-year-old spent the 2019 campaign on injured reserve and will likely enter training camp for 2020 as a depth wideout.
Published: Sat, Jan 11 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return from IR
The 49ers announced Thursday that the team's final designation to return from injured reserve has been used on Kwon Alexander (pectoral), Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The 49ers' first designation to return was spent on Kentavius Street. Taylor, who spent the entire regular season on IR due to offseason foot surgery, will not return for the postseason as a result. He'll likely remain with San Francisco as a depth receiver in 2020 for the final year of his contract.
Published: Thu, Jan 2 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to return from IR
Head coach Kyle Shanahan intimated that Taylor (foot) is not a candidate to return from injured reserve, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: An infection that resulted from August foot surgery has complicated Taylor's timeline to return to the field. There hasn't been any word that the receiver is even close to a return to practice. Thankfully for the 49ers, Emmanuel Sanders is more than capable of filling the void at slot receiver going forward. Meanwhile, the most likely candidates for the 49ers to bring back from IR start with defensive end Kentavius Street and cornerback Jason Verrett.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffered setback after surgery
Taylor (foot) dealt with an infection while recovering from August surgery on a Jones fracture, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: The setback leaves Taylor uncertain to play this season, though coach Kyle Shanahan didn't rule out the possibility of eventually removing the slot receiver from injured reserve. It isn't clear Taylor would have a significant role in the offense even if he were healthy, so his fantasy value mostly is limited to deeper dynasty leagues.
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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