Shanahan Discusses Week 1 Preparation, Announces Captains

Head coach Kyle Shanahan recapped the first few days in Melbourne, discussed the challenges and excitement of playing an international game, and announced the 2026 team captains.

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris discussed the team's depth at defensive tackle, the growth of rookie LB Jaden Dugger, and what makes the Shanahan-McVay rivalry a must-watch matchup.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan and president of football operations/general manager John Lynch discussed key roster decisions and player health as the team prepares to open the regular season against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan discussed standout performances and roster decisions following the preseason finale, while looking ahead to finalizing the team and opening the regular season against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.

San Francisco 49ers LB Fred Warner talked getting back to form and adapting to defensive coordinator Raheem Morris' system, praised LB Larry Worth III's growth, and discussed the energy practicing with QB Brock Purdy and the 49ers offense.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan discussed competition at different positions and areas of focus for the upcoming 53-man roster deadline, and shared injury updates for DL Nick Bosa, TE George Kittle, and more ahead of the last preseason game and Week 1 in Australia.

San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey described the energy in the running back room and preparation for the Week 1 Melbourne game, while OL Colton McKivitz spoke on stacking up reps throughout Training Camp and insights from practicing against the 49ers defense.

San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak detailed guards' explosiveness and continued improvement, praised rookie RB Kaelon Black and others for their preseason performances, and discussed team competition as the 53-man roster deadline approaches.

San Francisco 49ers RB Kaelon Black and LB Jaden Dugger discussed building confidence and adjusting to the league as rookies, learning from veterans such as LB Fred Warner, and working with position coaches to refine the details of their game and become the best all-around players they can be.

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris discussed lessons from executing practice drills at preseason games, guiding rookies into their positions, and adjustments as more players return from injuries to keep the defense playing fast and physical.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided updates on OL Austen Pleasants, LB Nick Martin, and more, praised WR Jacob Cowing's explosive punt return, and discussed the ongoing competition at left guard.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan discussed RB Kaelon Black's return to practice, which starters could play during Preseason Week 2 vs. the Chargers, and shared the latest injury updates on TE George Kittle, DL Mykel Williams, and more.

San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy and LB Fred Warner spoke about feeling refreshed after the offseason, building chemistry with rookies during Training Camp, and which players stood out at joint practice against the Los Angeles Chargers.

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle detailed his rehab process and timeline for getting back in pads, discussed how the run game should benefit from WR Mike Evans' presence, and praised the development of the team's young tight ends

San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak discussed QB Kurtis Rourke's strong first game back, WR Mike Evans' progress adjusting to the offense, and QB Brock Purdy's continued development as the franchise's leader.

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris broke down standout performances from LB Jaden Dugger and LB Tatum Bethune, discussed the value of joint practices, and emphasized the process of preparing the defense for Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers T Trent Williams weighed in on the tight interior O-line competition and QB Brock Purdy's unchanged demeanor, while TE Jake Tonges discussed how his Seattle touchdown built trust with Purdy.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan discussed the benefit of facing the Tennessee Titans throughout the first week of the preseason, shared details on QB Kurtis Rourke's rib injury, and spoke on players separating themselves in roster battles.

San Francisco 49ers LB Fred Warner and QB Brock Purdy discussed the value of competing against another team, the importance of the first preseason game, leadership, and taking their games to the next level.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan discussed the excitement of competing against another team, reuniting with former 49ers defensive coordinator and current Titans head coach Robert Saleh, and the development of position battles throughout Training Camp.

San Francisco 49ers S Marques Sigle discussed his growth and increased comfort in the 49ers defensive scheme, while OL Dominick Puni reflected on his development, technique, and confidence heading into the season.

San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak discussed the open competition at right guard, detailed WR Deebo Samuel Sr.'s workload plan for the season, and QB Brock Purdy's accountability as a leader.

Defensive run game coordinator Johnny Holland, defensive passing game coordinator Jerry Gray, defensive line coach Kris Kocurek, defensive backs/cornerbacks coach Ray Brown, linebackers coach KJ Wright, run game coordinator Joe Graves, quarterbacks coach Mick Lombardi, passing game coordinator/wide receivers coach Leonard Hankerson, running backs coach Robert Turner Jr., and tight ends coach Cameron Clemmons highlight 49ers player performances during Training Camp.

San Francisco 49ers rookies DL Romello Height and WR De'Zhaun Stribling talk about their first NFL Training Camp and their roles for 2026.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan previews the 2026 season, his return to the field, and players that have stood out through the first couple weeks of Training Camp.