Raiders prepare for final preseason game against 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:16 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders host the San Francisco 49ers for their final preseason game on August 27 at Allegiant Stadium. This matchup serves as a crucial opportunity for players to secure their spots on the 53-man roster ahead of the upcoming regular season. Quarterback Kirk Cousins and others will compete for key roles, while the coaching staff focuses on improving team discipline after accumulating 17 penalties in previous games. The performance in this game could influence both roster decisions and game strategies moving forward.
- •Raiders face 49ers on August 27 for preseason finale.
- •Performance will influence final roster decisions.
- •Coaches seek improvement after 17 penalties in two games.
- •Kirk Cousins and other quarterbacks compete for starting roles.
- •Defense aims for consistency ahead of regular season.
- 3:16 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders get one more opportunity to clean up before regular season
"It’s officially dress rehearsal day for the Las Vegas Raiders.
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