Christian McCaffrey had a standout 2025 season with the San Francisco 49ers, accumulating 413 touches, despite a low 3.9 yards per rush. Concerns arise about managing his workload to reduce injury risk while maximizing his offensive impact, suggesting increased use of his receiving skills. With the 49ers investing in other running backs, they should consider leveraging McCaffrey’s versatility in the passing game to keep him fresh. The team needs to adapt its approach to ensure McCaffrey can contribute throughout the 2026 season.
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