Raiders, 49ers leave on different paths ahead of NFL season promising twists, turns

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitBraves-Dodgers takeawaysDillon Gabriel shinesNCAAF: Opening week's bestLLWS scores, scheduleStory byStory byRaiders, 49ers leave on different paths ahead of NFL season promising twists, turnsVincent BonsignoreFri, August 28, 2026 at 2:45 AM UTC·6 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesSome good, some bad and some ugly in Raiders' final preseason gameNo trips to the end zone for the offense in an 18-12 loss to the 49ers but there were signs of hope.The Sporting TribuneRaiders-49ers: 5 things to watchKeys to the preseason finaleSB NationRaiders emerge from preseason finale against 49ers with clarity and difficult decisions alikeLAS VEGAS—Outside of winning, the goal for the Las Vegas Raiders in this final preseason game was simple: find solutions.The Sporting TribuneAdvertisementAdvertisement49ers vs. Raiders box score: Live match and player stats for the NFL preseasonLive stats and play-by-play for the 49ers vs. Raiders matchup on Thursday night in the 2026 NFL preseason.FanSided49ers-Raiders game thread: Will anybody win a job tonight?The 49ers have likely determined their roster by now. But can anybody make the coaching staff do a double-take?SB NationKirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza both play in preseason finaleVet and rookie get playing time against San FranciscoSB NationKlint Kubiak still won't name Raiders starting QB but choice is clearThe choice as to who should start at QB in Las Vegas is clear. And it makes the Raiders look that much smarter for how he handled the position.Raiders WireRaiders' Fernando Mendoza sputters in loss to 49ers: TakeawaysIt was an NFL preseason matchup that featured no touchdowns and tons of field goals. Here's how the performance shook out for both sides.USA TODAY SportsKirk Cousins Gets Blunt on QB Situation After Raiders Loss to 49ersThe Las Vegas Raiders‘ preseason is now over after falling 18-12 to the San Francisco 49ers on Aug. 27 at Allegiant Stadium. Moreover, in this contest, Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak decided to give the first-team reps against the Niners.Cousins took the field first as he went 8-for-11 on his pass attempts for 51 passing […] The post Kirk Cousins Gets Blunt on QB Situation After Raiders Loss to 49ers appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYRaiders-49ers: Players I’m excited to see7 players to watchSB NationRaiders news: Check out Fernando Mendoza's final preseason stats after 49ers gameThe first preseason of Fernando Mendoza’s career has come to a close following the Las Vegas Raiders’ clash with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night. Mendoza is preparing for the rookie season of his NFL career with the Raiders. Following an incredible ending to a collegiate career at Indiana, the star quarterback went on to be the top […] The post Raiders news: Check out Fernando Mendoza's final preseason stats after 49ers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsRest First, Australia Second: Why the 49ers Are Sitting Starters vs. RaidersKyle Shanahan is prioritizing health over dress rehearsals, sidelining stars to ensure a battered roster arrives in Australia ready for a high-stakes regular season opener against the Rams.Roundtable Sports3 Things to Watch in 49ers' Preseason Finale vs. RaidersWith roster cuts looming and the starting left guard spot undecided, fringe players face a high-stakes audition in Las Vegas while injuries complicate the final depth chart.Roundtable SportsRaiders-49ers game threadIt’s the preseason finaleSB NationRaiders news: Klint Kubiak gives honest Fernando Mendoza preseason reviewQuarterback Fernando Mendoza and coach Klint Kubiak finished their first preseason with the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday. Unfortunately, it ended in a defeat, as they lost to the San Francisco 49ers, 18-12, at Allegiant Stadium. The 49ers, who fielded mostly reserves, made life difficult for the Raiders rookie Mendoza all game with their […] The post Raiders news: Klint Kubiak gives honest Fernando Mendoza preseason review appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsRaiders get one more opportunity to clean up before regular seasonLAS VEGAS -- It’s officially dress rehearsal day for the Las Vegas Raiders.The Sporting TribuneKirk Cousins has another solid outing for Raiders, while Fernando Mendoza strugglesRaiders tight end Brock Bowers saw his first snaps of the preseason.Yahoo Sports49ers Get Injury Update on New Addition Ahead of Season OpenerThe San Francisco 49ers preseason finale against the Las Vegas Raiders is set for Thursday night. Roster cuts to 53 follow shortly after. Then the team boards a plane to Australia for a Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.The timeline leaves little room for players to get healthy. Few starters are expected to […] The post 49ers Get Injury Update on New Addition Ahead of Season Opener appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYWill Kyle Shanahan Play His Starters in 49ers' Final Preseason Game?49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has historically given his starters an ample number of snaps in the team's final preseason game each year.Athlon SportsRaiders vs. 49ers NFL preseason game TV channel, time, live streamThe 49ers and Raiders are ready to wrap up their part of the NFL preseason and get going on the real thing. Here's how to watch the finale.USA TODAY Sports