49ers adjust 53-man roster projection after preseason opener loss to Titans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have revised their 53-man roster projection following their preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. Key position changes include Brock Purdy, Mac Jones, and rookie Kurtis Rourke at quarterback. The team has increased the running back count from three to four, adding Patrick Taylor Jr. while Isaac Guerendo remains on the PUP list. In a critical adjustment, Deebo Samuel has replaced injured Ricky Pearsall in the wide receiver group. The 49ers will play their next preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday, August 24, as they finalize their roster ahead of cuts on August 30.
- •49ers face the Titans in their preseason opener.
- •Changes include adding Kurtis Rourke and Patrick Taylor Jr.
- •Ricky Pearsall's knee injury leads to Deebo Samuel's addition.
- •Upcoming game against the Chargers scheduled for August 24.
- •Final roster cuts are due by August 30.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Updated 49ers 53-man roster projection after preseason opener
"There are some updates to our 53-man roster projection after getting to see the San Francisco 49ers in action against the Tennessee Titans.
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