Now Burford has an opportunity to start at left guard, and the 49ers might be inclined to give him the job considering they'll have to pay him $3,325,000 this season. That's a lot of money to do ...

SANTA CLARA — We’ll know more about the viability of Spencer Burford being a rookie starter at right guard for the 49ers once their preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers has concluded.

SANTA CLARA — We’ll know more about the viability of Spencer Burford being a rookie starter at right guard for the 49ers once their preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers has concluded.

Burford needs to find his stride and fast. The 49ers have now replaced him for two consecutive seasons. And while he lasted longer as the starter this time, he is proving to be a replaceable player.

Spencer Burford appears to be the favorite to start at left guard in 2025 barring an unexpected investment in the position. The 49ers generally don't splurge on guards which is one reason they ...

Now Burford has an opportunity to start at left guard, and the 49ers might be inclined to give him the job considering they'll have to pay him $3,325,000 this season. That's a lot of money to do ...