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The 49ers lost their preseason opener to the Las Vegas Raiders, who preyed on Trey Lance for four sacks in the first half while Brock Purdy and seemingly every other starter sat out for the Niners.
We saw quite a bit in a messy preseason opener on Sunday.
Raiders defense has a lot to be proud of in their preseason opening win, including several sacks, pressures, interceptions, and stops.
Despite most of the Raiders' starters not playing, there was plenty to talk about — like rookie QB Aidan O'Connell's pro debut.
It was not a banner day for the No. 3 overall pick.