49ers rotate left guard options; Mike Evans and Jacob Cowing return to practice

The San Francisco 49ers changed up their left guard rotation during practice on August 15, 2026, with Carver Willis and Connor Colby sharing snaps with the starters. This adjustment follows the preseason opener in which multiple tight ends played significant snaps. Meanwhile, wide receivers Mike Evans and Jacob Cowing returned to practice, participating in 11-on-11 drills, indicating their recovery from injuries. The team appears to be evaluating options in the offensive line depth chart ahead of upcoming games, with head coach Kyle Shanahan continuing to assess player performance. As the preseason progresses, the 49ers will look to finalize their roster ahead of the regular season.

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