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49ers Close Preseason With 30-23 Win Over Chargers as Roster Deadline Looms

A turnover-fueled finish now gives coaches fresh tape for tough roster calls ahead of the 53-man deadline.

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Overview

  • Veteran linebacker Curtis Robinson delivered a 32-yard pick-six with 6:06 left for the go-ahead score, strengthening his case for a roster spot.
  • San Francisco turned four takeaways into 27 points in a six-turnover game, sealing a 2-1 preseason.
  • Most projected Week 1 offensive starters did not play, shifting the finale to evaluations of depth and fringe roster candidates.
  • Kyle Shanahan said OT Isaiah Prince sustained a knee injury, QB Carter Bradley exited early, and Jake Moody missed an extra point after recent practice misses.
  • Running back Brian Robinson Jr. passed a physical to complete a trade from Washington, with the move reported as likely to be announced Sunday in a late-round pick swap.