The 49ers’ preseason finale provided clear answers to key roster questions, with head coach Kyle Shanahan emphasizing the value of decisive performances in position battles. The game served as a critical test for players vying for spots on the final roster, offering tangible evidence of who stands out. Shanahan’s preference for unambiguous competition suggests these matchups were closely watched, shaping the team’s upcoming preparations. Fans and analysts will now focus on how these results influence the coaching staff’s final decisions.
Kyle Shanahan doesn’t like tough decisions, at least not when it comes to the position battles that will determine the 49ers’ roster. To that end, San Francisco’s preseason finale Thursday night was a productive one. “I like when guys make it real obvious when you have a position battle,” the head coach said after his...
