This sounds like the perfect birthday to me. Since about 21, I’d rather everyone just not know when mine is. So big win Via @AlbertBreer on X

What happened: The 49ers departed Wednesday night, Sept. 2, and landed Friday morning, Sept. 4, local time. Albert Breer welcomed the calendar quirk, noting he also prefers birthdays to pass unnoticed.

Why it matters: The travel oddity comes during preparations for the NFL’s first regular-season game in Australia. San Francisco faces the Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sept. 11.

What to watch: The 49ers will continue adjusting to Melbourne time before Friday’s opener.

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