The San Francisco 49ers will begin their 2026 NFL preseason against the Tennessee Titans, but several of the team’s biggest names are expected to remain on the sidelines.
Result
Among them is starting quarterback Brock Purdy.
Purdy will not suit up against Tennessee as San Francisco takes a cautious approach with its franchise quarterback, according to Vic Tafur of The Athletic .
Performance that shaped the outcome
The 26-year-old quarterback has reportedly enjoyed a strong stretch of practices and has taken all of the first-team repetitions while continuing to develop chemistry with his offensive teammates. Purdy’s absence is also unrelated to his performance during training camp. Purdy, who is entering his fifth NFL season, has also reportedly taken on a greater leadership role within the 49ers. However, fans will have to wait until the regular season to see how that development translates into games that count.
