By: Matt Barrows
By playing in two of the league's nine international contests, the 49ers will travel more miles than any other NFL team in 2026.
Matt Barrows is a senior writer for The Athletic, where he has covered the 49ers since 2003. With a focus on competitive sports, professional sports, and the business of sports, he brings a wealth of experience from his previous role at The Sacramento Bee and other publications. His work has been featured in outlets such as The New York Times, Honolulu Star-Advertiser, and BVM Sports.
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