Predicting 49ers Starting Lineup after Week 1 of Preseason

Aug 14, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Brock Ostweiler (17) is sacked by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Ahmad Brooks (55) in the first quarter at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Outside Linebacker

Ahmad Brooks
Eli Harold

Veteran linebacker Brooks will retain his role as the starter. He has proven, time and time again, he can be a serious force in stopping the run, along with some decent pass-rush ability. He showcased his pass rush against the Texans, finishing with one sack.

Second-year linebacker Eli Harold earns his starting role, due to 49ers outside linebacker Aaron Lynch currently serving a four-game suspension for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy. Harold has the opportunity to showcase his skills with Lynch’s absence.

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Outside Linebacker

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