49ers vs Raiders as it happened: Highlights, final score, postgame reaction
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Brock Purdy and several starting players for the San Francisco 49ers will get one last chance to prepare before the season begins, but a few key players will be missing.
49ers vs Raiders as it happened: After struggling in a game with mostly backups last week against New Orleans, coach Kyle Shanahan plans to play more starters this week. Star players like Deebo Samuel and George Kittle are expected to see their first preseason action.
However, the team will be without All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey, who has a calf injury. Two other important players, left tackle Trent Williams and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, are also out due to ongoing contract disputes. Williams has been holding out of training camp, seeking a new contract, while Aiyuk is holding in, looking for either a trade or a big extension.
General Manager John Lynch said that talks are ongoing, but there haven’t been any major breakthroughs yet. He emphasized the importance of getting these players back, as they are crucial to the team’s success.
Last week, Purdy played without these key players and struggled, completing just 2 of 6 passes for 11 yards and getting sacked once. The offense only managed one first down during his three drives. Purdy hopes to perform better in the final preseason game before the season opener on Sept. 9 against the New York Jets.
The 49ers vs Raiders as it happened: have mostly settled their starting lineup, with only a few questions remaining, mainly around contracts and injuries. Rookie Dominick Puni has impressed at right guard, filling in for injured players. On defense, the team is still deciding on a third cornerback and figuring out the linebacker situation due to Dre Greenlaw’s injury.
Defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen mentioned that the linebacker competition is intense, with Dee Winters and Jalen Graham competing for a starting spot. He noted that both players have improved significantly since last season, making the decision difficult for the coaches.
