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49ers Confirm Kubiak as Play-Caller, Activate Pearsall for Broncos Preseason Opener

A defined starter usage plan is in place with rookie Mykel Williams returning to full drills after a positive knee evaluation.

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Overview

  • The 49ers will host the Denver Broncos at Levi’s Stadium for their 2025 preseason opener, marking the teams’ 42nd exhibition meeting and first since 2023.
  • San Francisco completed three full practices this week, highlighted by a joint session with the Broncos at its Santa Clara facility.
  • Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed offensive coordinator Mike Kubiak will call plays in the opener and has laid out a defined playing-time plan for starters.
  • Veteran wide receiver Ricky Pearsall returned from the physically unable to perform list after rehabbing a hamstring injury.
  • Rookie defensive end Mykel Williams was shaken up during red-zone drills but received a positive medical evaluation and is cleared to practice.