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49ers roster projection omits veteran WR Christian Kirk ahead of season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:35 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

49ers roster projection omits veteran WR Christian Kirk ahead of season opener

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers prepare for their 2026 season opener on September 10 against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. The team recently lost its first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans, 19-13, and will conclude training camp on August 16. Veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk is not projected to make the 53-man roster due to a calf injury that has limited his participation, giving opportunities to other receivers like Mike Evans and De’Zhaun Stribling. Kirk joined the 49ers this offseason on a one-year deal worth up to $6 million after a season with the Houston Texans.

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Status Watch

•49ers lost their preseason opener against Titans, 19-13.
•Christian Kirk has missed significant time due to a calf injury.
•Mike Evans, De’Zhaun Stribling, and others expected to make the roster.
•Final training camp practice scheduled for August 16.

Latest Updates

5:35 AMYahoo Sports — Latest 49ers Roster Projection Leaves Out 8-Year Veteran WR

What they're saying

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The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for their 2026 season opener on Sep. 10 in Melbourne, Australia, against the Los Angeles Rams.They narrowly lost their first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans on Thursday, 19-13. The 49ers concluded their 10th out of 11 training camp practices on Saturday.San Francisco will hold their last training […] The post Latest 49ers Roster Projection Leaves Out 8-Year Veteran WR appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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