Rookie RB Shocks NFL with McCaffrey Minutes | San Francisco 49ers News

Rookie running back Kaelon Black is stealing the spotlight in his NFL debut, outcarrying star Christian McCaffrey in the 49ers’ opener in Melbourne. A national champion from Indiana who followed his coach to the Hoosiers, Black’s athleticism and versatility—highlighted by a blazing 4.46 forty-yard dash and over 1,000 rushing yards at Indiana—make him a strategic asset. With McCaffrey carrying the ball 450 times last season and dealing with injury history, the 49ers are wisely spreading the load. Black’s pass-catching ability and compact power (5’9”, 211 lbs) fit Kyle Shanahan’s offense perfectly. He’s not just filling a void—he’s reshaping the narrative as a legitimate immediate contributor. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1565d1de3e3d5728