49ers' Christian McCaffrey made unreal Super Bowl history in losing effort vs. Chiefs

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49ers' Christian McCaffrey made unreal Super Bowl history in losing effort vs. Chiefs

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Steve Zavala | Last updated Feb 12, 2024 2:36 AM ET

Christian McCaffrey was among a few offensive bright spots for the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl 58.

McCaffrey had his way on the ground against the Kansas City Chiefs. McCaffrey rushed the football 22 times for 80 rushing yards against the Chiefs. He wound up posting a 3.6 yards per rush attempt average in the contest.

The Chiefs did not have much of an answer for McCaffrey in the air. The reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year winner recorded eight receptions for 80 receiving yards and one touchdown catch in the biggest game of his career.

As noted by OptaStats on X, formerly known as Twitter, McCaffrey became the first player to log 75-plus rushing yards and 75-plus receiving yards in a Super Bowl.

Christian McCaffrey of the @49ers is the first player ever to have 75+ rushing yards and 75+ receiving yards in a Super Bowl.
— OptaSTATS (@OptaSTATS) February 12, 2024

McCaffrey’s 2023 season did not conclude with a Super Bowl win, but he had a campaign to remember. The all-around running back scored an astounding 26 total touchdowns this season, including the playoffs.

McCaffrey sure will enter next season among the serious contenders to win both the NFL MVP and NFL Offensive Player of the Year honors.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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