49ers plan to use Isaac Alarcon as international practice-squad exemption

The exemption would allow San Francisco to carry 17 players.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 311 min read

What happened: Isaac Alarcon is set to occupy San Francisco's international player pathway exemption after his release. The 49ers are assembling their practice squad ahead of Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams.

Why it matters: The designation preserves an additional practice-squad place as San Francisco prepares for its trip to Melbourne, Australia. Khalil Herbert, Khadarel Hodge and Ogbo Okoronkwo were also linked to the travel roster.

By the numbers: An NFL practice squad can include 17 players when one occupies the international pathway exemption. Teams can designate four practice-squad players as protected.

What to watch: San Francisco's initial practice-squad signings and its active roster will clarify which players travel Wednesday.

Sources

Yahoo NFL 2026-08-31T23:43:59.157523+00:00

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