SANTA CLARA — The San Francisco 49ers entered Phase 3 of organized team activities (OTAs) in late May 2026, beginning on-field drills with helmets but no pads. Phase 3 of the NFL offseason program permits offense versus defense work, including 7-on-7, 9-on-7, and 11-on-11 drills, though live tackling remains prohibited.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan said the early portion of OTAs has focused on installation, evaluation, and getting players up to speed in a controlled environment. "To not get anyone hurt and find any way to get better with everything we do," Shanahan said. He added, "We've talked about the standard, how we work, and how we approach each day, which is with everything we've got. We've had some success and now it starts over."

Quarterback Mac Jones was in uniform but did not throw in team drills due to a sore shoulder, a precautionary decision. Running back Christian McCaffrey conditioned off to the side during Thursday’s session, while running back Isaac Guerendo, who suffered a torn pectoral muscle about a month earlier, is expected to return toward the end of training camp. Wide receiver Mike Evans was absent due to a family matter in Texas.

All players except left tackle Trent Williams were present at the facility, with Williams expected back the following week. The 49ers recently signed running backs Jermar Jefferson and Jordan Mims to one-year deals and placed safety Darrick Forrest on Injured Reserve while waiving running back Sincere McCormick to adjust the roster.

Defensive linemen Nick Bosa, Mykel Williams, and Keion White are working through rehab during the spring program. Bosa, recovering from a torn ACL, said in a podcast interview he is "pretty far along" in his recovery and aims to play a full 17-game regular season.