We’re now in the second week of the preseason, and as you know, that means we’re going to see some starters. And that’s why we’re here to see the San Francisco 49ers host the New Orleans Saints for their second preseason matchup.
The teams were going to have joint practices before the game, but due to the 49ers’ many injuries, practices were canceled. The game will take place in the late afternoon, starting at 5:00 p.m. PST. The game will be televised nationally on FOX, meaning we can watch it more easily than spending the money on NFL+. Adam Amin will provide live commentary and Mark Sanchez will provide background.
That was the second Training camp storyline: The 49ers have been plagued by a variety of injuries. While there is a light at the end of the tunnel for some like rookie Ricky Pearsall and Aaron Banks (who the team is “hoping” to have back by Week 1), their backup linemen like Ben Bartch have given Kyle Shanahan fewer people to run things. Shanahan has said he expects some regulars to play, but what we’ll actually get (or for how long) remains to be seen.
Oh yeah, the first storyline? It’s still unclear if Brandon Aiyuk can make the deal with the team. We’re told it comes down to the final year and the guarantees for that final year. The Pittsburgh Steelers are pretty much done at this point in trade talks, and it seems like the trade itself has stalled. Maybe we’ll get an answer before the game starts, or before you even read this.
This week, it’s much easier and less expensive to watch the game than it was last week. This week, the game will be broadcast nationally on FOX, so as long as you have that channel, you should be fine. You can also stream the game on the FOX Sports app.
If you didn’t spend the $6.99 for NFL Plus last week, you don’t have to this week. Not yet.
Date: Sunday, 18 August 2024
Start: 5:00 p.m. PST, 8:00 p.m. EST
Location: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California
Network: FOX
Electricity: FOX Sports
Game by game: Adam Amin
Color: Mark Sanchez
