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49ers Refresh in Melbourne Ahead of Rams Opener

9/7/2026

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Summary

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The San Francisco 49ers landed in Melbourne to prepare for their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
Coach Kyle Shanahan said the team felt refreshed after a day exploring Melbourne on Sept. 7, 2026.
The 49ers signed snapper Jon Weeks, waived tight end Brayden Willis, then added Willis to the practice squad in Australia.
An unofficial depth chart listed Brock Purdy as starter and Kyle Juszczyk as the sole fullback.

History

Historical Context

After the NFL staged its first regular-season game abroad in Mexico City on 2 October 2005 before 103,467 fans, the league launched the International Series in 2007, with the New York Giants beating the Miami Dolphins at Wembley. Building on that strategy, the 49ers now travel to Melbourne for a Week 1 clash with the Los Angeles Rams, extending the league’s overseas push.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers landed in Melbourne to prepare for their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
Coach Kyle Shanahan said the team felt refreshed after a day exploring Melbourne on Sept. 7, 2026.
The 49ers signed snapper Jon Weeks, waived tight end Brayden Willis, then added Willis to the practice squad in Australia.
An unofficial depth chart listed Brock Purdy as starter and Kyle Juszczyk as the sole fullback.

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