6 Winners and 4 losers from the 49ers’ preseason opener

Key Points:

• The San Francisco 49ers' first preseason game showcased standout performances from players like Tatum Bethune, Bryson Eason, De’Zhaun Stribling, and Kurtis Rourke, who impressed with their aggression, defensive awareness, route running, and scrambling ability respectively.
• Adrian Martinez struggled significantly, with poor accuracy, questionable decision-making, and an average of only 5.3 yards per attempt, raising doubts about his future preseason snaps.
• Defensive players Nick Martin, Romello Height, and Marques Sigle underperformed, displaying lapses in tackling, pass rushing, and overall defensive execution, which could impact their roster chances.
• Wide receiver Malik Turner showed promise despite limited catches, making several big plays downfield and demonstrating potential value for the team's receiving corps.
• Gracen Halton's effort and tenacity on defense, including a notable sack and multiple tackles for loss, highlighted his potential as a hardworking and resilient player for the 49ers.