Bartch's Monday return from elbow issues bolsters guard depth and could stabilize SF’s interior run lanes and pass protection on the right side, potentially reducing Colby’s Week 1 workload if Puni is limited.

Ben Bartch has solidified his position as the left guard for the 49ers, showcasing impressive technical skills and movement that have led coaches to believe he can outperform Aaron Banks. His performance against the Bills was particularly noteworthy, as he created significant running lanes for Christian McCaffrey.

Ben Bartch has been confirmed as the starting left guard, returning from injury. His performance is crucial for establishing a strong offensive line.

Ben Bartch is recovering from a quad injury but is expected to be back in action soon. As the frontrunner for the left guard position, his health is critical for the 49ers' offensive line stability.

Ben Bartch, a promising contender for the starting left guard position for the San Francisco 49ers, has been placed on the Non-Football Injury list, raising questions about the team's offensive line depth and strategy moving forward.