Niners Eye Top Free Agent WRs: Pierce or Doubs?

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The San Francisco 49ers face a big gap at why receiver heading into the offseason. Key players like Brandon Ayyuk won't return in 2026, while Juan Jennings and Kendrick Bourne hit free agency. That could lead them relying mostly on rookie Ricky Peersol, which isn't enough depth for a contender. Team leaders, including General Manager John Lynch, know this spot needs urgent attention. Reports say the Niners are eyeing a couple of solid free agents to fill the void right away. One top target is Alec Peers from the Indianapolis Coats. He just had his first 1000 yard season in 2025, averaging a league high 21.3 yards per catch. Peers plans to test the market, and he's seen as the best available receiver out there. Another option is Romeo Dubs from the Green Bay Packers. Dubs posted a career best 724 yards last year across three solid seasons.

1:03Green Bay's tight cap situation means he's likely heading elsewhere. With $37 million in cap space, the Niners can chase either guy. Peers might cost over $25 million a year and draw heavy interest league wide, so Dubs at around $15 million annually feels like the smarter, more realistic move. This episode is supported by a sponsor, see details in the description. It looks like a pillow. It sounds like headphones, bill for comfort and sound, S-O-L-I, solely pillow dot com.