- Justin Herbert looked sharp in his first work under new OC Mike McDaniel, connecting on several big plays (including Quentin Johnston, Ladd McConkey and David Njoku) — an encouraging sign for the Chargers’ offense.
- Injury watch: starting center Tyler Biadasz was carted off (rookie Jake Slaughter stepped in) and Quentin Johnston left briefly; on the 49ers side Mike Evans and Christian McCaffrey were dealing with tightness.
- The Chargers showed a tougher running game with Omarion Hampton breaking tackles, though their line also gave up pressure to 49ers DT Osa Odighizuwa — a mixed but lively joint practice.
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