Chargers plan to play starters in preseason game against 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Chargers will feature their starters in Thursday's preseason matchup against the 49ers. Head coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed that quarterback Justin Herbert and other key players will participate for at least one series. This marks Herbert's second preseason appearance and the first opportunity to see him in offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's system in a game setting. A joint practice with the 49ers will take place on Tuesday, adding to their preparations for the game.
- •Chargers will play starters in Thursday's preseason game
- •Justin Herbert to participate for one series
- •Joint practice with the 49ers on Tuesday
- •Opportunity to see new offensive scheme in action
- •Harbaugh looks to build on last summer's approach
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Chargers plan to play their starters on Thursday night
"The Chargers will get to work with the 49ers at a joint practice on Tuesday, but that won't be the only action their starters get in a competitive setting this week.
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