49ers assess depth concerns impacting Brock Purdy after preseason win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 6:31 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers secured a 41-17 victory against the Los Angeles Chargers in preseason action on August 22. Despite the win, the team faces depth issues, particularly among receivers and guards, that could pose challenges for quarterback Brock Purdy. Analyst Nick Wagoner pointed out that Jacob Cowing's strong special teams play positions him favorably for a roster spot, but uncertainties remain regarding the starting left guard position. The 49ers will need to strengthen these areas before the regular season begins.
- •49ers defeat Chargers 41-17 in preseason game.
- •Concerns arise over receiver and guard depth impacting Brock Purdy.
- •Jacob Cowing likely to make roster after impressive punt return.
- •Competition for starting left guard remains uncertain among rookies.
- 6:31 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers' Brock Purdy could have a concern brewing around him
"The San Francisco 49ers need to help Brock Purdy in this way.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 23, 2026, 11:23 AMFantasy Football Sleepers Emerge As Emeka Egbuka Misses Practice Ahead of Week 7
NFL•Oct 23, 2026, 11:04 AM‘I Always Grab Dallas Cowboys’ — Ja’Marr Chase Reveals His Go-To Madden Team and the Reason Behind It
NFL•Oct 23, 2026, 11:02 AM‘Excited About His Future’ — Chiefs Coach Chad O’Shea Shares Promising Update on WR Cyrus Allen
NFL•Oct 23, 2026, 10:30 AMCBS Sports puts 49ers on upset alert against Falcons
NFL•Oct 23, 2026, 9:47 AMCowboys’ supporting cast presents another challenge for the Eagles
NFL•Oct 23, 2026, 9:30 AMJameis Winston Breaks Silence on Giants Benching Him for J.J. McCarthy
