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49ers Playing Kaelon Black Goes Beyond Reducing McCaffrey’s Usage

One of the most overworked players in the NFL over the last few seasons has been Christian McCaffrey. The 49ers have been working him down to the bone, especially after last season.

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49ers game changers: Trent Williams on Kaelon Black, Nick Bosa, Fred Warner

San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Kaelon Black shared this week what it is like to play alongside offensive tackle Trent Williams, a sure-fire future Hall of Famer.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 18

49ers vs. Dolphins final injury report: Eddy Piñeiro, Kaelon Black questionable for the game

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 2 contest against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Both teams have released their official injury reports, which are provided below.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 18

49ers will sign another kicker ahead of Dolphins game; Kyle Shanahan comments on Kaelon Black's status

Two San Francisco 49ers players are listed as questionable for Sunday's home opener against the Miami Dolphins: running back Kaelon Black and kicker Eddy Piñeiro.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 18

49ers rookie Kaelon Black reveals what it's like playing with McCaffrey, Purdy, other stars

Running back Kaelon Black knows he landed in a great situation when the San Francisco 49ers selected him in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. He now has the opportunity to learn from one of the best players in the game and one of the NFL's most versatile running backs, Christian McCaffrey.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / September 18

What Recent History Tells Us About the Chances of the Dolphins Pulling Off a Big Week 2 Upset

Any given Sunday. Right? We need to keep reminding ourselves of that NFL reality as the Miami Dolphins prepare to face the San Fancisco 49ers in a Week 2 matchup that almost seems unwinnable for a rebuilding program against a perennial contender coming off a season-opening spanking of the Super Bowl favorites.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 18

NFL Betting: Best RB Props for Week 2

The Week 2 NFL running back prop market has some young options worth targeting. Jeremiyah Love looks to build on a solid NFL debut, and Kaelon Black could benefit from a favorable game script in San Francisco, while Bhayshul Tuten gets another chance to lead Jacksonville’s backfield after an impressive opener.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers Notebook: Kaelon Black shines; Brock Purdy pays up; No setbacks for George Kittle; Avoiding a trap game vs. Dolphins

Rookie running back Kaelon Black showed he is ready to take on whatever role the San Francisco 49ers ask of him. Black finished with 14 carries for 65 yards in Week 1's win over the Los Angeles Rams, four more carries than starter Christian McCaffrey.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers vs. Dolphins injury report: Shanahan explains why Kaelon Black was limited in practice

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 2 contest against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Kicker Eddy Piñeiro continues to miss practice due to an illness.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers GM John Lynch explains Kaelon Black's role alongside Christian McCaffrey

After last week's win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was surprised to see rookie running back Kaelon Black finish with more carries than veteran starter Christian McCaffrey.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 15

49ers Rookie Running Back Kaelon Black Wants to Improve in One Area

Many felt that one point of emphasis for the San Francisco 49ers this season had to be to reduce running back Christian McCaffrey’s workload. While he had a monster 2025 campaign in terms of yardage, he carried the football 311 times, and at age 30, his odometer is clicking louder and louder.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 14

NFC Notes: Myles Garrett, Kaelon Black, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams

Fans saw a lot of 49ers third-round RB Kaelon Black in his debut, more than most expected, to be frank. Black had 15 touches for 70 yards, was remarkably close to star RB Christian McCaffrey in snaps (28 to 36) and even had more carries than McCaffrey.

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San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / September 11

Christian McCaffrey & Kaelon Black Fantasy Football Takeaway (Week 1)

Christian McCaffrey has been one of the most dominant players in fantasy football for years, but he’s also quite risky. Obviously, everyone knows about

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 9

49ers Rookie Predicted to Solve Major Problem

One of the big questions of the San Francisco 49ers season is who the backup running back will be and how much that runner can take off of the workload of Christian McCaffrey.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 24

49ers Coach Can't Stop Raving About Rookie Kaelon Black

It's undeniable that 49ers rookie Kaelon Black looked solid in his preseason debut against the Chargers. He was one of the top players who raised their stock from that game.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 23

Colton McKivitz praises George Kittle, highlights Kaelon Black's impact on 49ers run game

San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Colton McKivitz was glad to see a couple of familiar faces back on the practice field Sunday. Christian McCaffrey returned to practice after a planned absence, while tight end George Kittle continued his impressive recovery from the Achilles injury he suffered in January.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 22

49ers rookie Kaelon Black reflects on NFL debut, sees room for growth

San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Kaelon Black stepped onto an NFL field for the first time Thursday night against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 49ers came away with a decisive 41-17 victory, and Black saw action with the first-team offense, finishing the night with eight carries for 33 yards.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 21