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Week 4 of the 2023 NFL season has been full of surprises, with some of the league’s top teams struggling to find their footing. The running back position has been particularly interesting to watch, with several players stepping up to the plate and delivering impressive performances. As we head into Week 5, it’s time to […]

The MVP hype for San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is gaining some major steam after a dominant four-touchdown performance in Week 4 against Arizona. Quarterbacks have won the award for the last ten consecutive seasons, but star left tackle Trent Williams thinks it might be time for a change when it comes to […]

Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers expanded upon their perfect start to the 2023 season on Sunday with a 35-16 home win over the Arizona Cardinals. McCaffrey was excellent on the afternoon, taking 20 carries for 106 yards and three touchdowns, all of which occurred in the first half for the 49ers. In fact, […]

The undefeated San Francisco 49ers finished their 35-16 win over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 4 with just one injury. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed the lone casualty was offensive lineman Jon Feliciano. The latter “will enter concussion protocol this week,” per ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. 49ers C Jon Feliciano (concussion) ruled out vs. Cardinalshttps://t.co/vmYc3aEsrS […]

Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers improved their 2023 record to a perfect 4-0 with a 35-16 home victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. McCaffrey was once again excellent, taking 20 carries for 106 yards and a whopping three touchdowns in the 49ers victory. However, the game carried a special significance against the […]

Game recognize game. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reacted to San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey’s third touchdown in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 4 with all the exclamations. CMC you’re ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!!!! My GOODNESS — LeBron James (@KingJames) October 1, 2023 McCaffrey has been absolutely unstoppable in the first […]

The San Francisco 49ers are scheduled in Week 4 against the visiting Arizona Cardinals, and the 49ers will look to remain undefeated and win in convincing fashion in one of the biggest mismatches of the season. Ahead of the 49ers-Cardinals game, we’ll be making our 49ers Week 4 predictions. The 49ers head into the Week […]

Christian McCaffrey was an outstanding running back for the Carolina Panthers long before the San Francisco 49ers acquired him in a trade last year. Since coming to the 49ers, he has become a game breaking superstar who is on the verge of reaching a level that was scaled by a pair of NFL Hall of […]

After the NFL’s third week finished, it’s time to delve into the world of fantasy football running backs. In today’s football landscape, the role of running backs has been relatively diminished, with teams emphasizing big plays and hefty gains. Our Week 4 rankings for PPR leagues will unveil the cream of the crop among running […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is already making waves with the franchise despite his relatively short time there. McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the 49ers last season in an effort to diversify San Francisco’s offense, and it’s safe to say that the gamble has paid off in spades thus far. […]

Everyone knew Christian McCaffrey would take a huge role with the San Francisco 49ers when he arrived. But the extent to which he has been used so far this season has been higher than expected, leaving Elijah Mitchell out to dry. Kyle Shanahan takes the blame for the issue, saying he should have gotten Mitchell […]

The running backs position has gotten much press in recent months due to issues with salaries and injuries. In Week 2, the NFL lost star running back Nick Chubb, as fantasy football players breathed a sigh of anguish. Chubb’s unfortunate, gruesome injury highlighted the importance of depth at his position in fantasy football. Production is […]

The San Francisco 49ers took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2, winning by a final score of 30-23. Christian McCaffrey had a big game out of the 49ers backfield, rushing for 116 yards and a touchdown. Although head coach Kyle Shanahan was surely content with McCaffrey’s success, he wasn’t thrilled […]

After a dominant Week 1 in Pittsburgh, the San Francisco 49ers will travel to Los Angeles to take on the Rams in a Week 2 battle between familiar foes. While there are plenty of stars to watch in this one, all eyes will be on 49ers QB Brock Purdy once again as he continues to […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has antagonized his fair share of defensive coordinators during his time in the NFL. After McCaffrey helped his team to a big road win in Week One, the 49ers will next take the field for Week Two in Los Angeles against the Rams, whose defensive coordinator is Raheem […]

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey had an incredible week 1 when he put up 152 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries. The highlight of his day came on a 65-yard touchdown run which featured blocking help from receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Ray-Ray McCloud III. Following the 30-7 win in Pittsburgh, McCaffrey sat […]

The San Francisco 49ers are one of, if not the top team in the NFC this season, and running back Christian McCaffrey is in his first full season with the team. Christian McCaffrey raved about the weapons the 49ers have on offense like Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle, among others. “George [Kittle] can […]

Now that the first week of the NFL season is over, let’s talk about the running backs in fantasy football. Don’t worry, the running back position is still important and valuable, despite what some people may say. Many running backs have also become good at catching passes. This makes them even more useful in today’s […]

The NFL season begins on Thursday, which means fantasy football is also starting. Figuring out who to start is essential for fantasy managers as it can determine whether you win or lose. The running back position is very important in fantasy. Week 1 is a chance for fantasy managers to get off to a good […]

A lot of eyes are on the San Francisco 49ers as one of the top options in the NFC. As Brock Purdy looks to become the full-time starter this year, head coach Kyle Shanahan and his roster will have to set quite a few bold predictions to achieve this season. In the offseason, the Niners […]

The running back position in the NFL has been completely devalued, forcing some of the best players in the league who play the position to struggle to even sign short-term contracts, let alone high-paying contracts on par with some of the NFL’s other premier positions. Many NFL front offices have taken the approach that running […]

It would’ve been natural for Elijah Mitchell to be upset when the San Francisco 49ers traded for Christian McCaffrey. They acquired a player in his same position and clearly value what he brings to the gridiron. But on the contrary, Mitchell is elated to be sharing a backfield with McCaffrey and thinks it only makes […]

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly going to take running back Christian McCaffrey off the field more than the Carolina Panthers did to keep him healthy throughout the season, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN. The 49ers and head coach Kyle Shanahan are conscious of Christian McCaffrey’s injury history, and they want to keep him […]

Positional rankings are incredibly important when building out your fantasy football rosters, especially when there is a key decision between two players. If there is a tier break between the two options, then knowing where both players sit in your rankings can help make that decision easier. Let’s now take a look at the top […]

Fantasy football season is right around the corner, and if you aren’t drafting your team yet, you very likely will be doing so in the near future. With drafts quickly approaching, it’s important to have a clear cut strategy beforehand, as you need to know who you are going to pick depending on the myriad […]

Gone are the times where running backs dominated the first round of your fantasy football drafts, replaced by an influx of top-tier wide receivers. With players like Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase sitting near the top of your drafts, this year certainly looks to be one of those years dominated by early receivers. This fantasy […]

One of the most well-known names in the fantasy football industry is Christian McCaffrey, and his ceiling for the 2023 NFL season is incredibly high. Entering into his first full season with the San Francisco 49ers, anything could truly happen. Having made a name for himself back with the Carolina Panthers, McCaffrey has cut his […]

Madden 24’s Rating Reveals are officially underway, with today’s announcements centering around RunningBacks. According to Molly Qerim of First Take, we now know the top 2 RBs heading into Madden 24. Cleveland Browns’ Nick Chubb is the game’s highest rated running back at launch, with a 97 overall. Right behind him is San Francisco 49ers’ […]

One of the biggest stars at the running back position has joined the chorus of voices reacting to the news that the New York Giants’ Saquon Barkley, the Las Vegas Raiders’ Josh Jacobs and the Dallas Cowboys’ Tony Pollard didn’t receive contract extensions before Monday’s franchise tag deadline. San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey not […]

George Kittle says he predicted a team-up with Christian McCaffrey back in 2019. His alleged prediction came true in 2022 when the San Francisco 49ers traded for McCaffrey from the Carolina Panthers. Kittle explained his prediction in a recent episode of Pardon My Take. “In 2019 we traded jerseys, and I wrote on his jersey, […]

The Detroit Lions surprised many folks when they opted to select Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the 12th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Yet after trading away D’Andre Swift to the Philadelphia Eagles, it looks like Gibbs will be lining up as Detroit’s starting running back when they take the field for […]

San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey can run, catch and even throw the football into the end zone. But he can also electrify a crowd on stage. While attending a Zach Bryan concert in Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Monday night, the two-time Pro Bowl running back showcased his musical talents, per Reno Boyd. Bryan allowed […]

No Christian McCaffrey fan was bigger than Logan Preston Hale. The young fan of the San Francisco 49ers running back died in 2021 when the player was still with the Carolina Panthers, and to this day, McCaffrey continues to think about Hale, who passed away at the age of 13 because of cancer. Logan received […]

There is a prevailing thought that the running back position is the least valuable in the NFL, and San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey voiced his opinion on the subject in an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show. “No one’s asked me this question yet, but I do have opinions on it,” McCaffrey said […]

Miami Dolphins fans will love Devon Achane’s player comparison to himself. The Dolphins’ rookie running back attended the 2023 NFLPA rookie premiere over the weekend, during which he was asked about all kinds of stuff, from his conversations with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to possibly racing his teammates Jaylen Waddle, Tyreek Hill and Raheem Mostert. Two […]

When it comes to his former team, the Carolina Panthers, it’s all love from San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey. McCaffrey, who raised some eyebrows when he told the media that his trade from the Panthers to the 49ers was “the best thing that ever happened” to him, clarified that those comments were not meant […]

Christian McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers during last season. He’s already impressed with his new team, and recently shared lofty praise for the 49ers organization, per Cam Inman of the East Bay Times. “In hindsight, I firmly believe it’s the best thing that ever happened to me,” McCaffrey […]

The San Francisco 49ers are heading into a huge season, headlined by question marks at the quarterback position. Albeit the answers needed at the most important position, head coach Kyle Shanahan can take solace in the fact he will have Christian McCaffrey lining up all over the Niners offense in 2023. Shanahan was asked about […]

The San Francisco 49ers reportedly restructured RB Christian McCaffrey’s contract to create $8.567 million in salary cap space, per Field Yates. McCaffrey was acquired via trade by San Francisco during the 2022 season from the Carolina Panthers. Although he dealt with various injury concerns, McCaffrey had emerged as one of the best running backs in […]