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49ers training camp: Predicting 2017 depth chart at wide receiver

By Peter Panacy

SANTA CLARA, CA - JULY 30: Ronald Johnson #88 of the San Francisco 49ers catches a pass over Tramaine Brock #26 during practice at the San Francisco 49ers training facility on July 30, 2011 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CA - JULY 30: Ronald Johnson #88 of the San Francisco 49ers catches a pass over Tramaine Brock #26 during practice at the San Francisco 49ers training facility on July 30, 2011 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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HOUSTON, TX – FEBRUARY 05: Aldrick Robinson #19 of the Atlanta Falcons warms up prior to playing the New England Patriots during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TX – FEBRUARY 05: Aldrick Robinson #19 of the Atlanta Falcons warms up prior to playing the New England Patriots during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

No. 4: Aldrick Robinson

Like Pierre Garcon, wide receiver Aldrick Robinson has the bonus of having experience under head coach Kyle Shanahan, namely from Robinson’s tenure with the Atlanta Falcons last year.

Robinson has never been a true No. 1 threat at the pro level, averaging just 17.2 yards per game.

And at 5-foot-10 and 187 pounds, he’s built more like a slot receiver than someone capable of playing on the outside.

Still, this is a useful commodity for the Niners to have.

Robinson’s speed and separation ability is going to be something to watch, as demonstrated in this 1-on-1 matchup versus cornerback Keith Reaser (h/t Rob Lowder of Niners Wire):

Unlike Robinson’s situation in Atlanta, the 49ers don’t exactly have a top tandem of receivers vying for catches. This should open up some opportunities for the 28 year old as he looks to make an impact this season.