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49ers Evaluate Roster Depth Amid Injury Concerns

8/26/2025

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The San Francisco 49ers are assessing offensive line depth, focusing on the center position with Jake Brendel starting and Nick Zakelj as a backup option.
Defensive tackles Valdez and Anderson performed well against the Chargers, helping linebacker Nick Martin force a fumble; Valdez may earn a roster spot due to injuries.
The team may place Jauan Jennings on injured reserve to manage roster spots amid injuries.
Chase Lucas is being evaluated at outside cornerback, while Dallis Flowers and Darrell Luter Jr. vie for the No. 3 cornerback role.

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The San Francisco 49ers are assessing offensive line depth, focusing on the center position with Jake Brendel starting and Nick Zakelj as a backup option.
Defensive tackles Valdez and Anderson performed well against the Chargers, helping linebacker Nick Martin force a fumble; Valdez may earn a roster spot due to injuries.
The team may place Jauan Jennings on injured reserve to manage roster spots amid injuries.
Chase Lucas is being evaluated at outside cornerback, while Dallis Flowers and Darrell Luter Jr. vie for the No. 3 cornerback role.