San Francisco 49ers finalize 53-man roster for 2026 NFL season

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

San Francisco 49ers finalize 53-man roster for 2026 NFL season
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The San Francisco 49ers established their initial 53-man roster on August 30 ahead of the 2026 NFL season. General manager John Lynch confirmed that the team's entire 2026 rookie class earned spots on the final roster. San Francisco also addressed depth concerns at the offensive line by acquiring Jarrett Patterson in a trade with the Houston Texans. Meanwhile, team leaders Nick Bosa and George Kittle are currently monitored for potential availability in the Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams. Head coach Kyle Shanahan plans to evaluate their health during practice sessions leading up to the season opener in Melbourne, Australia. Wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge was added to the practice squad after an initial release.

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  • The 2026 49ers rookie class earned spots on the initial 53-man roster.
  • San Francisco acquired Jarrett Patterson from the Houston Texans to address offensive line injuries.
  • Nick Bosa and George Kittle are listed as day-to-day ahead of the Week 1 game.
  • The 49ers face the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne for their 2026 season opener.
  • KhaDarel Hodge joined the team's 13-man practice squad following his release.
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