SANTA CLARA - Two practices remain in the 49ers' offseason program, and they'll come at mandatory minicamp today and Wednesday.
Football training practices without pads are viewed as unengaging and less authentic experiences by both players like tight end George Kittle and coach Kyle Shanahan. Coach Shanahan specifically expressed his discomfort with non-padded practices, emphasizing the importance of pads for safety and preparation for actual gameplay. He mentioned the need for patience during this phase, hoping to ease into a productive practice session by the time pads are introduced after four designated days without them, in adherence to the NFLPA collective bargaining agreement.
Looking for answers on the offensive line, Zion Johnson and returning starting center Bradley Bozeman alternated days at center and left guard during offseason sessions.
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