NFC Notes: Budda Baker, Sam Darnold, 49ers, Cardinals, Seahawks

49ers 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan praised WR Jordan Watkins‘ recent performance after several injuries have hit the receiving corps, forcing the next man up into the lineup. “We’ve been really happy with how he’s played in these games,” Shanahan said, via Niners Wire. “I think he’s earned a lot of respect in these three games and with us, it doesn’t have to do with the stats. I know he’s had two catches and stuff in his first game, and those are two really good plays, but because he hasn’t had any in the other two games doesn’t really mean much…