Overview

• The 49ers will sit most starters in Saturday’s preseason opener against the Broncos at Levi’s Stadium to preserve veteran health and allocate live-game reps to younger players.
• Kyle Shanahan praised second-year wideout Ricky Pearsall for a standout offseason and granted him significant snaps in camp following injuries to key receivers.
• The Bears wrapped up Friday’s joint practice with the Dolphins at Halas Hall by emphasizing rule-based drills, with Dennis Allen highlighting the value of facing a new opponent.
• Ben Johnson confirmed that quarterback Caleb Williams and approximately nine offensive and defensive starters will not play in Sunday’s exhibition, naming Tyson Bagent the starter for the first half.
• Right tackle Darnell Wright exited practice after an awkward step and did not return, casting doubt on his availability against Miami.