The San Francisco 49ers’ preseason opener is packed with intrigue as starters take the field, but the real story lies in the depth battles—especially on defense. Alfred Collins is primed to shake off rust with better linemen around him, potentially turning into a trade asset. Gracen Halton needs to prove he can handle first-team offense to earn a Week One role. Sam Okuayinonu has a rare chance to stake his claim as a starter with key rushers sidelined. And Jaden Dugger’s fate as the third linebacker hinges on who steps up—and whether he gets the call when Fred Warner rests.

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