Overview

• Second-year receiver Jacob Cowing left the first padded practice with a hamstring injury, adding strain to a wide receiver group already without Deebo Samuel and sidelined Brandon Aiyuk
• Veteran running backs Jeff Wilson Jr. and D’Ernest Johnson worked out after a rookie back missed drills, highlighting concerns over depth behind Christian McCaffrey
• Backup quarterback Mac Jones has drawn praise since signing a two-year deal in March, demonstrating poise and precision in live camp sessions
• Defensive coordinator Robert Saleh has singled out rookies such as Mykel Williams and CJ West for strong early performances, signaling fierce competition in the front seven
• Core leaders including George Kittle, Trent Williams and Nick Bosa continue to anchor practices as the team blends its biggest draft class infusion with established veterans