San Francisco’s last weekend without football centers on a dynamic mix of veteran presence and youth. Marquez Valdes-Scantling lands on the practice squad, while Dominick Puni and Kalia Davis push toward Week 1 availability in Seattle. Kendrick Bourne re-emerges on the radar for a potential SF reunion, as rookie Marques Sigle and Malik Mustapha push SF’s swarm mentality. Ricky Pearsall and George Kittle anchor a capable pass-catching group, with Christian McCaffrey and Matt Breida ready for sizable roles and Robbie Gould stabilizing special teams.

SF’s stance on roster depth—no distinction between practice squad and 53-man roster—keeps options open as the young defensive line and smart special teams playmakers aim to lift a team seeking stability after a bumpy finish to last season. The piece also flags looming questions about how the incoming pieces mesh with a likely high-usage offense built around Kittle and McCaffrey, and how Seattle’s Week 1 test might shape early fantasy projections.

San Francisco claimed Jordan Jefferson off waivers, boosting interior defensive-line depth as they navigate a crowded rotation. Jefferson, LSU product and 2024 fourth-rounder, has upside but limited NFL production to date, with roughly 150 defensive snaps as a rookie in Jacksonville. In SF, he immediately slots into a six-man interior DL group alongside Jordan Elliott, Alfred Collins, Kalia Davis, Evan Anderson, and the incumbent depth, signaling flexible alignment from first to fifth in the rotation.

This roster churn comes alongside Marquez Valdes-Scantling’s addition and Jacob Cowing’s IR designation, underscoring the 49ers’ willingness to tinker at the deadline. Jefferson’s youth and pedigree give him a path to meaningful snaps if he latches onto a niche in pass rush or run defense. The question remains which three players SF will cut or move to IR to fully accommodate the new depth, and how soon Jefferson can translate potential into production.

As the NFL training camps kick off, numerous former UCF players are making headlines. Rookie RJ Harvey, drafted by the Denver Broncos, is set to make a significant impact as he steps onto the field. Meanwhile, veterans like Shaquill Griffin and Richie Grant are beginning anew with the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers, respectively. Other notable names like Jordan Akins and Gabe Davis find themselves as free agents, while players like Kalia Davis and Tylan Grable are looking to solidify their spots on their teams.

Harvey, celebrated as UCF's all-time leader in touchdowns, is anticipated to be a key player in the Broncos' backfield. Griffin is returning to Seattle after a successful stint and aims to contribute to a team looking to reclaim playoff status. Grant, who previously excelled with the Falcons, hopes to revitalize his career with the 49ers. As training camps unfold, the performances of these athletes will be under close watch by fantasy football enthusiasts eager to gauge their potential impacts for the upcoming season.

The San Francisco 49ers have made a significant roster move, waiving defensive lineman Drake Jackson. This decision comes after Jackson was unable to participate for the last season and a half due to a torn patellar tendon in his left knee, which ultimately led to his failed physical designation. Jackson, a second-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, had a promising start, recording six sacks in 23 games, with a standout performance in the 2023 season opener. However, the team's draft class that year has seen little success, with only quarterback Brock Purdy becoming a consistent starter.

In a bid to bolster their offensive line, the 49ers also signed former first-round picks Andre Dillard and Nicholas Petit-Frere. These additions are meant to provide competition for the swing tackle position behind starters Trent Williams and Colton McKivitz. Defensive depth was further enhanced by signing cornerback Dallis Flowers, while the team waved offensive lineman Jalen McKenzie and cornerback Tre Tomlinson due to injuries. Furthermore, the 49ers successfully signed seven of their eleven draft picks, indicating their commitment to building a strong roster for the upcoming season.

The Kansas City Chiefs maintained their perfect record by defeating the San Francisco 49ers 28-18, marking their sixth consecutive win of the season. The 49ers, plagued by injuries, struggled to keep pace with the Chiefs' aggressive defense and offensive plays.

Brock Purdy faced significant pressure, throwing three interceptions while Patrick Mahomes contributed with a rushing touchdown. Despite some bright moments from the 49ers, including a touchdown run by Purdy, they couldn't overcome the Chiefs' lead.