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Winners, losers and everything in between in 49ers depth chart battles

The final preseason showdown between the Raiders and 49ers turns into a battlefield of five key roster contests.

By · Published August 28, 2026  21:09 UTC · Updated August 28, 2026  23:50 UTC

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The story of the 49ers depth chart battles quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage. The preseason finale against the Raiders was anticipated to provide more clarity on several position battles, including the second safety spot.

Epilogue added 51d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: The final preseason showdown between the Raiders and 49ers turns into a battlefield of five key roster contests.
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Five position battles are shaping the Raiders‑49ers preseason finale, as the teams vie for final depth‑chart spots before the regular season. Yahoo Sports outlines three key matchups for San Francisco, including an open second safety role, and expands to five battles on the defensive and offensive lines.

Silver And Black Pride adds its own watch list, while the Raiders’ site posts an unofficial depth chart for the game. Yahoo Sports and Niners Nation question whether 49ers starters will play in the third week of preseason, suggesting coaches may hold key players for later evaluation.

Uncertainty remains on who will lock in starting roles after the game, leaving fans to monitor the next week’s official cuts.

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Which 49ers position remains undecided for the preseason finale?

The second safety spot is still up for grabs, according to Yahoo Sports.

Where can the unofficial depth chart for the Raiders‑49ers game be found?

An unofficial depth chart is posted on the Las Vegas Raiders site.

Will the 49ers starters play in Week 3 of the preseason?

Niners Nation raises the question, indicating it is unclear whether the starters will play.

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