Why Jack Bouwmeester hasn’t joined the 49ers for OTAs yet
“According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, Bouwmeester is still waiting for his work visa to be processed before he can officially join the team.
“Bouwmeester ostensibly is competing with Corliss Waitman to be the 49ers’ punter this season, but cannot join OTAs until the paperwork is processed,” Barrows wrote.”
Why Colton McKivitz believes 49ers’ offensive line will be even better in 2026 “I think Connor Colby has come a long way,” McKivitz said.
“You never know how your rookie season is going to go. It can be really good or really bad. You learn a lot. You’re kind of flying by the seat of your pants and you don’t have a lot of technique. You’re just thrown in. It’s a whirlwind.
“We’ll see in July, but to see him come out of his rookie season and take a breath and now come in a little rejuvenated. He understands the scheme a little more, and to see him come out and play faster, it’s good to see.”
Why the 49ers signing Joey Bosa is unlikely despite NFL-high salary cap space
“The 49ers are currently a league-high $70 million under the salary cap. Because unused cap space rolls over from one season to the next, San Francisco views it as a necessity to create that cushion to get the books in line for the 2027 season.”
49ers’ Australia journey might not be their longest trip of the 2026 NFL season
“The 49ers plan to train at altitude leading up to the game in Mexico City. As they did in 2022, the 49ers will practice at the Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado, at an elevation of approximately 7,200 feet.”
