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Chargers Host 49ers: Starters to See Action
21 Aug
Summary
- Key starters from both 49ers and Chargers will debut.
- Jim Harbaugh returns to face his former team, the 49ers.
- Starting quarterbacks Purdy and Herbert will play limited series.
The San Francisco 49ers will see a number of their starting players debut in Thursday's preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. This second preseason contest follows joint practices between the two teams earlier this week. The game also marks a reunion for Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, who previously coached the 49ers.
Chargers' starting quarterback Justin Herbert and the first-team offense are scheduled to play for one opening series. Similarly, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that starting quarterback Brock Purdy and other key starters will participate for one or two series before backups take over. Fans can watch the game on KPIX or stream it via NFL+.
