Raiders finalize 53-man roster prediction ahead of 49ers preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders are preparing for their final preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night. With the league's cutdown day approaching on August 30, predictions for the team's 53-man roster have been updated. After mixed performances in prior games, players such as Kirk Cousins and Ashton Jeanty will be key as roster decisions are finalized. The current roster structure reflects recent performances and injury considerations, especially regarding the running back position. Further updates will follow cutdown day as roster spots are finalized.
- •Raiders face 49ers in final preseason game on August 30.
- •Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza are set as quarterbacks.
- •Ashton Jeanty is the starting running back but has an ankle injury.
- •Wide receiver positions remain uncertain as Klint Kubiak seeks accountability.
- •Final roster adjustments will take place after cutdown day.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Final Las Vegas Raiders’ 53-man roster prediction ahead of San Francisco 49ers preseason game
"One last stab and predicting who makes the team with cutdown day on Sunday.
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