San Francisco 49ers: Top 5 early takeaways from training camp

4. The wide receiver competition is heating up

Everyone knew that the position battle at wide receiver was going to be one of the more interesting competitions this summer and it appears that the players have gotten that memo as well.

Through six practices, we’ve seen pretty much every receiver fighting for playing time shine in their own way.

Marquise Goodwinlooks like his old self burning past defenders. Despite some early drops,Dante Pettishas flashed his immense potential. RookieJalen Hurdhas shown off his ferocious blocking downfield.

And let’s not forget about players such asKendrick Bourne,Trent Taylor, andRichie Jameswho have each impressed enough to qualify for a roster spot. Even veteranJordan Matthewsshined early last week establishing a connection with quarterbackJimmy Garoppolo.

The only receiver who really hasn’t done much has been rookieDeebo Samuelbut he should be considered a lock to make the roster regardless.

With Goodwin, Pettis, Hurd, and Samuel all locks for a roster spot, that likely leaves two open spots for the others to compete for. And with the way that training camp has gone so far, the 49ers will have to make some very difficult cuts come September.

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