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Harbaugh Names Trey Lance, DJ Uiagalelei QB2 Contenders
8/21/2026
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Story summary
- Head coach Jim Harbaugh has not chosen a backup for quarterback Justin Herbert.
- Harbaugh said Trey Lance and DJ Uiagalelei are in competition for the QB2 role.
- Uiagalelei completed seven of 15 passes for 80 yards and one touchdown with no turnovers.
- Lance completed ten of 16 passes for 73 yards with no touchdowns and a 37-yard run.
- Harbaugh criticized offensive errors, citing illegal formations and sloppy pre-snap execution.
