49ers and Raiders End Preseason with 24-24 Tie

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers and Las Vegas Raiders concluded their preseason with a 24-24 tie on Friday night, showcasing a mix of starters and backups. 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy completed 9 of 12 passes for 96 yards but faced a setback with a red-zone interception. The Raiders, still seeking their first win of the preseason at 0-2-1, managed to equalize with a 43-yard field goal from Daniel Carlson with just 16 seconds remaining. The 49ers fielded most of their starters in the first quarter, while the Raiders opted to evaluate their backup players for potential roster spots. Raiders quarterback Brian Hoyer led a tying drive, finishing with 169 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. Notably, Tyreik McAllister made a significant impact, returning a punt 81 yards for a touchdown and catching a 35-yard touchdown pass, marking a standout performance in his preseason efforts. The 49ers were without All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey due to a calf injury, although wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk was present at the game, reconnecting with former coach Antonio Pierce. The game began with a 49-yard field goal by Jake Moody, followed by a 12-play, 85-yard touchdown drive led by Purdy. However, a promising drive was thwarted when Purdy's pass was intercepted at the Raiders' 16-yard line. Injuries also plagued the 49ers, with defensive ends Yetur Gross-Matos and Leonard Floyd leaving the game with knee injuries. Looking ahead, the 49ers will host the New York Jets on September 9, while the Raiders will visit the Los Angeles Chargers on September 8 for their season opener.