Well, I just hate to spoil all the summer suspense, but here’s the 49ers’ 53-man roster projection:
QB (2): Colin Kaepernick, Blaine Gabbert
Cut: Dylan Thompson
Thompson, a rookie free agent, is obviously a strong candidate for the practice squad given the skimpy depth chart at this position. The 49ers didn’t use one of their 10 draft picks on a quarterback, eschewing the chance to select a developmental prospect such as Bryce Petty (fourth round) or Brett Hundley (fifth round).
RB (4): Carlos Hyde, Reggie Bush, Kendall Hunter, Mike Davis
Cut: Jarryd Hayne, Kendall Gaskins
Hayne, the former Australian rugby league star, was a punt-fielding natural in offseason workouts, but that’s not a huge need given the presence of wide receiver Bruce Ellington.