49ers prepare for preseason finale against Raiders while assessing depth chart
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers face the Las Vegas Raiders in their third preseason game on Thursday. Head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that few starters are expected to participate, similar to the preseason opener. Injuries have affected the roster, with 24 players limited or missing at practice. The performance of rookies and potential starters like De'Zhaun Stribling and Carver Willis will be closely evaluated as the team makes final roster decisions ahead of the regular season. The outcome of this game could indicate the team's depth as they approach Week 1.
- •49ers play Raiders on Thursday in preseason finale
- •Few starters expected to play according to Shanahan
- •24 players limited or missing at practice
- •Rookie performances could influence starting roles
- •Carver Willis likely to be assessed for starting position
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers plan in preseason finale will reveal a lot about depth chart
"The San Francisco 49ers will follow a plan like the one they had in their preseason opener when they close the preseason vs. the Las Vegas Raiders.
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