It’s the San Francisco 49ers versus the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on August 27, 2026 in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL preseason. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
- TV Channels: FOX
- Streaming: ESPN Unlimited
How to Watch San Francisco 49ers vs. Las Vegas Raiders on August 27, 2026
You can watch the Las Vegas Raiders take on the San Francisco 49ers live on DIRECTV on ESPN Unlimited and FOX on August 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET.
San Francisco 49ers (1-1) at Las Vegas Raiders (1-1) — Game Preview
The San Francisco 49ers (1-1) close out Week 3 of the preseason against the Las Vegas Raiders (1-1) at Allegiant Stadium in the final exhibition game before both teams trim their rosters to 53 players.
With the regular season just around the corner this one is less about the scoreboard and more about who locks down a spot on the back of the depth chart. Quarterback Mac Jones has run San Francisco’s offense through the preseason and completed 6 of 13 passes for 89 yards in his last tuneup, a small sample but one that carries extra weight this late in camp.
Aidan O’Connell has been sharper in the passing game for the Raiders, going 15 of 24 for 166 yards in his most recent preseason outing and giving the coaching staff a clearer picture of his ceiling heading into final cuts. Sincere McCormick has given San Francisco’s backfield competition a boost too, carrying six times for 53 yards and a touchdown in his last appearance, while Mike Washington Jr. countered for Las Vegas with 56 yards on nine carries as he pushes for reps in the running back rotation.
Both rosters carry a lengthy list of questionable tags entering the night, with George Kittle, Christian McCaffrey and Christian Kirk among the 49ers dealing with ailments and Ashton Jeanty listed as questionable for the Raiders, the kind of situation that typically means backups and roster hopefuls see extended snaps in a preseason finale. Defensive linemen Victor Dimukeje and Patrick Johnson each recorded a sack in their most recent outings, giving both pass rushes something to build on as final roster evaluations wrap up.
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Players to Watch: San Francisco 49ers vs. Las Vegas Raiders
San Francisco 49ers
Mac Jones — QB. Jones has taken the reins of San Francisco’s passing game through the preseason, completing 6 of 13 attempts for 89 yards in the team’s last exhibition tuneup. The sample is small, but every rep during roster evaluations carries extra weight for a quarterback trying to lock down a spot behind Brock Purdy.
Sincere McCormick — RB. McCormick has made the most of his carries, picking up 53 yards and a touchdown on just six attempts in his most recent appearance. That kind of per-carry production is exactly what stands out to coaches finalizing a crowded backfield.
KhaDarel Hodge — WR. Hodge hauled in four catches for 46 yards in his latest outing, giving San Francisco’s receiver room another veteran option to lean on. His numbers reflect the steady, reliable target work teams look for from depth wideouts fighting for a roster spot.
Victor Dimukeje — DE. Dimukeje notched a sack in his most recent preseason game, adding to a pass rush audition that could help determine his standing on the final 53-man roster. Every disruptive rep matters this late in August.
Las Vegas Raiders
Aidan O’Connell — QB. O’Connell turned in the most productive passing performance of the preseason for Las Vegas, completing 15 of 24 attempts for 166 yards in his last start. That volume and efficiency give the coaching staff a real data point as they finalize the quarterback room.
Mike Washington Jr. — RB. Washington carried the ball nine times for 56 yards in his latest showing, putting together one of the more productive ground performances on either roster. The workload suggests he’s carving out a real role in Las Vegas’ backfield picture.
Brandon Johnson — WR. Johnson brought in two receptions for 41 yards in his most recent game, an efficient average that catches the eye even on a lighter target total. Plays like that can be the difference for a receiver angling for a roster spot.
Patrick Johnson — DE. Johnson recorded a sack of his own in his last outing, matching the pass rush production San Francisco is getting from its own edge rotation. It’s the type of finish teams want to see from a player making a late push for a spot on the depth chart.
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