49ers HC Kyle Shanahan admits mistake regarding Christian McCaffrey's usage vs. Rams

The two-time Pro Bowler finished Sunday's game with 20 carries for 116 yards and one touchdown while adding three receptions for 19 yards. McCaffrey erupted for 152 yards and one touchdown on the ground via 22 rushing attempts in Week 1, adding three catches for 17 yards.

The 27-year-old superstar played all 57 of the Niners' offensive snaps against Los Angeles, which is a dangerous game considering his injury history.

With only two games left in Week 2, McCaffrey leads the NFL in rushing attempts (42), rushing yards (268) and rushing yards per game (134.0) -- none of which he's done before. He also paces the league in touches with 48.

McCaffrey led the NFL in touches (403), scrimmage yards (2,392) and touchdowns (19) during his 2019 All-Pro campaign with the Carolina Panthers. He was limited to three games in 2020 and seven in 2021, before bouncing back to play all 17 contests last season.

With a wide array of offensive weapons such as tight end George Kittle and wide receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel at his disposal, Shanahan needs to do a better job of giving McCaffrey extra rest if he wants this production to continue. Though he's had injury concerns himself, backup running back Elijah Mitchell has shown flashes of brilliance in his young career and should be able to spell McCaffrey when "Run CMC" needs some time off.