Kurtenbach: Preseason doesn’t matter? Tell that to the 49ers fighting for jobs vs. the Raiders
- Posted on August 26, 2026
- By The Mercury News
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In brief
As the San Francisco 49ers approach roster cutdown day, preseason games become crucial battlegrounds where fringe players fight for roster spots against the Las Vegas Raiders. With 90 men competing for limited positions, every snap counts in determining who survives the final cuts. The preseason may be overlooked by casual fans, but for athletes competing for their NFL careers, these exhibition matchups represent their only opportunity to showcase talent and secure a place on the active roster.
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Kurtenbach: Preseason doesn’t matter? Tell that to the 49ers fighting for jobs vs. the Raiders
A look at where the Niners’ 90-man roster stands ahead of cut-down day.
