Fred Warner records career-high PFF score in 49ers’ win over Packers

What rubbed 49ers safety Jimmie Ward the wrong way about the Los Angeles Rams last season to the point where he's already looking to face off against them on the field? Ward spoke about that subject on Sunday, as he was one of a handful of players to talk with local and national media during and after 49ers practice. Also speaking with reporters was defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans, who provided a number of thoughts on a few defensive players who are competing for roster spots and playing time. For a rundown of what Ward said Sunday as well as some quotes from Ryans, wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's thoughts on his squabble with linebacker Fred Warner, and much more, check out this version of 49ers Notebook. Can October get here

The spotlight was on quarterback Trey Lance heading into Friday night's preseason opener for the San Francisco 49ers, but it was a slew of newcomers that stole the show in a 28-21 win over the Green Bay Packers. Not that Lance didn't deliver in his limited opportunities. Lance played on two possessions in the game and led the 49ers to 10 first quarter points,

Preseason games don't count, but they do matter. Especially for players trying to make the team, and for a team with three young quarterbacks who need reps. That was the case for the San Francisco 49ers Friday night, as they hosted the Green Bay Packers. The good news is that all three signal-callers looked good. There was a lot to like (and a few things to dislike) for 49ers fans. I saw my fair share of good and bad. Here are my 21 quick observations from the 49ers' preseason win over the Packers. Kemoko Turay was everywhere and was disrupting things the entire time he was in the game. That's a good sign. Tarvarius Moore is so talented. But he makes too many mistakes. The way he got beat in the first quarter for the touchdown was bad. Talanoa

The San Francisco 49ers opened the 2022 preseason with a 28-21 win over the Green Bay Packers on Friday night. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades from the game. Which Niners played well, and who has more work to do? Below are Pro Football Focus' five highest-graded 49ers players on offense against the Packers. Tanner Hudson, TE, 91.5, 19 snaps Danny Gray, WR, 88.2, 18 snaps Brock Purdy, QB, 79.6, 22 snaps Trey Lance, QB, 79.1, 11 snaps Jason Poe, RG, 77.4, 32 snaps Below are the five highest-graded 49ers players on defense. Samuel Womack, CB, 92.6, 28 snaps Jordan Willis, DE, 73.1, 35 snaps Qwuantrezz Knight, SS, 70.4, 14 snaps Kerry Hyder,