Maiocco’s 53-man roster projection entering 49ers’ preseason opener

It's about time for many of those who are battling spots on the 49ers' regular-season roster to show what they can do against players on another NFL team. As the 49ers approach their first preseason game Saturday at the Tennessee Titans, this seems like a good time for the first 53-man roster projection of the summer. We've arranged the roster projection in four categories. "Locks" and players who are "Looking good" account for 50 spots. Then, there are 37 players "In the mix," who might be classified as those who are currently on the outside looking in. Then, there are five in the "other" column. These are players who currently are not practicing because they are on an injured list, holding out or holding in. Here's the first roster breakdown of camp: Quarterback Locks: Brock Purdy, Brandon Allen, Josh Dobbs Looking good: None In the mix: Tanner Mordecai Overview: This position group is not too complex. The 49ers figure to again keep three quarterbacks on the regular-season roster. The only question is whether it's Allen or Dobbs who emerges as Purdy's backup. Running back Locks: Christian McCaffrey, Kyle Juszczyk, Elijah Mitchell, Jordan Mason Looking good: Isaac Guerendo In the...