Jauan Jennings took part in the 49ers’ opening practice of training camp, despite the current contract impasse between the two sides.

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan wanted to let Brock Purdy know how important he was to the team before contract negotiations began.

Jauan Jennings is expected to be at the San Francisco 49ers' first training camp practice Wednesday, a sign that new deal demands have not come between the receiver and the team.