49ers and Chargers Hold Joint Training Camp Practice Amidst Organizational Ties
During a joint training camp practice in San Francisco, the 49ers, led by Brock Purdy, faced off against the Chargers, featuring Trey Lance and Mike McDaniel, highlighting deep ties within the organization.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 18, 2026 —
The San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Chargers recently participated in a joint training camp practice held in San Francisco. The event provided an opportunity for both teams to simulate game conditions and evaluate player performance in a different setting.
The practice session featured key players from both franchises. For the 49ers, quarterback Brock Purdy was present. The Chargers were represented by quarterback Trey Lance and coach Mike McDaniel. The presence of Lance and McDaniel is particularly noteworthy due to their previous affiliations with the 49ers organization.
This joint practice underscored the ongoing connections and history between personnel within both the 49ers and Chargers organizations. Such collaborative sessions are common in the NFL during the preseason, allowing teams to work on various aspects of their game, including offense, defense, and special teams, against different competition than they face in their own training camps.
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