49ers release CB Darqueze Dennard, 3 others ahead of first roster cut-down deadline

Per the NFL transaction wire, the San Francisco 49ers have elevated defensive tackle Akeem Spence from the practice squad to the active roster for Sunday's Week 3 matchup against the Denver Broncos. It is a "standard elevation," meaning he will return to the practice squad following the game. San Francisco signed Spence to a one-year deal in August. Defensive tackle Arik Armstead did not practice this week after suffering a foot injury in Week 2's win over the Seattle Seahawks. On Friday's status report, he and tackle Colton McKivitz (ankle) were listed as "questionable" for Week 3. There has been no change to the designations. Offensive lineman Daniel

The San Francisco 49ers were upset by the Chicago Bears in Week 1, losing 19-10 to fall to 0-1 on the season. In a game marred by severe rain, especially in the fourth quarter, neither team could really establish an offensive rhythm, with the 49ers consistently beating themselves with penalties and turnovers. Here are the offensive grades for the 49ers: Quarterback: B Quarterback Trey Lance completed 13/28 passes for 164 yards with an interception, while rushing for 54 yards on 13 attempts. Lance certainly made mistakes, missing Tyler

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans and offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster spoke with reporters after Thursday's practice as the team prepares for its Week 2 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Here is everything they had to say. Transcript provided by the San Francisco 49ers Communications staff. Defensive Coordinator DeMeco Ryans This Sunday's game, obviously S Talanoa Hufanga had a great game around the line of scrimmage. How was he on the back end and in the coverage stuff? "I think Huf had a really good game for us. He flew around, he played with the type of energy, the tenacity, the grit that you would hope for, he stuck out amongst the entire group, just his style

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is working his way back from the groin strain he suffered on September 5, forcing him to miss this past weekend's regular-season opener against the Chicago Bears. On Friday, Kittle was back on the practice field for the first time since the injury occurred. That's good news for the tight end, who hopes to play on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. George Kittle is back at 49ers practice pic.twitter.com/Ni93qjx7nD— Jake Hutchinson (@hutchdiesel)