Enrique Cruz Jr. struggles at 49ers training camp amid roster concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Enrique Cruz Jr., a fifth-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers, faces challenges at training camp as reports indicate poor performance. Throughout practices, Cruz has shown erratic hand placement and difficulty against both established and newly signed players. His prospects for making the roster appear grim unless he significantly improves during preseason games. The 49ers have a history of cutting draft picks who do not meet their expectations, further complicating Cruz's position as the team might explore options from the waiver wire.
- •Cruz Jr. has not impressed in training camp practices.
- •The 49ers may consider waiver wire options to bolster depth.
- •Reports consistently describe Cruz's struggles against competition.
- •Cutting Cruz would be consistent with the team's past decisions.
- •49ers' offensive line has faced criticism for underperformance.
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"Enrique Cruz Jr. has not received glowing reports so far during 49ers’ training camp
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