San Francisco 49ers face questions in preseason opener against Titans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers open their preseason against the Tennessee Titans on August 13 at Levi's Stadium. Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed many starters will not play, prompting focus on several key questions for the team. Notable topics include the performance of De'Zhaun Stribling, left guard competition, and depth in the pass rush. Additionally, the team's tight end group must adapt without George Kittle, and linebacker alignment will be scrutinized. The absence of several established players will also provide insight into the coaching staff's confidence in certain roster positions.
- •49ers play Titans in preseason opener at Levi's Stadium
- •Many starters, including Kittle and Warner, expected to sit
- •Stribling aims to translate practice success to game performance
- •Left guard position up for grabs among Jones, Colby, and Willis
- •Coaching staff evaluating linebacker roles with possible rookies involved
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — 6 burning questions for 49ers to answer in preseason opener vs. Titans
"Thursday's preseason opener vs. the Tennessee Titans may not count for the San Francisco 49ers, but there are plenty of questions to answer.
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