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5 Things to Know: 49ers Week 9 Matchup vs. Raiders & Salute to Service

The San Francisco 49ers return to Levi’s® Stadium for a historic matchup vs. the Las Vegas Raiders. Here are five things to know.

By Brooke Evans · San Francisco 49ers

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 1:01 AM

Key Things to Know

The 6-1 49ers host the 4-4 Raiders in their Week 9 annual Salute to Service matchup.
San Francisco acquired defensive lineman DeForest Buckner in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts.
Defensive lineman Nick Bosa is set to return for the 49ers after missing five games.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Francisco 49ers host the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi's Stadium in Week 9, looking to bounce back from their first defeat after a Week 8 bye. The matchup also serves as San Francisco's annual Salute to Service game, featuring military tributes and a halftime performance by rock band Starship.

San Francisco welcomes back defensive lineman Nick Bosa from injury and reacquired defensive lineman DeForest Buckner via trade from the Indianapolis Colts. For the 4-4 Raiders, head coach Klint Kubiak faces his brother, 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak, while quarterback Kirk Cousins leads Las Vegas' passing attack.

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