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49ers prepare for roster cuts ahead of season opener against Rams

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 9:03 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

49ers prepare for roster cuts ahead of season opener against Rams
Summary

The San Francisco 49ers are finalizing their roster ahead of the August 30 deadline for cuts to 53 players. Key decisions hinge on injury reports and player performance during preseason. Players like Hobbs, who has struggled with injuries, and Dugger, an intriguing late-round find, are among those under consideration. Coach Kyle Shanahan highlighted the difficulty in making final determinations due to the upcoming trip to Melbourne for the opener against the Los Angeles Rams on September 10.

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Status Watch
  • •49ers face upcoming deadline to finalize roster to 53 players.
  • •Injury reports will influence final roster choices.
  • •Players like Hobbs and Dugger are under evaluation for spots.
  • •Team travels to Melbourne for season opener against Rams.
  • •Coach Shanahan emphasizes preparation challenges with early roster cuts.
Latest Updates
  • 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers News: We’re on to the Rams
  • 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers News: And then there were 53
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