Christian McCaffrey
Running Back
Ht: 5' 11" Wt: 210 Age: 29 Exp: 9 years College: Stanford Drafted: 2017 R1 8
Avg FF PTS
12.45
Per Game
Cumulative FF PTS
49.8
Position Rank: 69th
Projected FF PTS
N/A
Week 22
Upside / Downside
-13.66
Week 22
Posted: 6/12/2025 5:49 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (Achilles, knee) participated in every phase of voluntary OTAs and the mandatory minicamp, and he even took reps during team drills, which was rare among the team's established stars, per ESPN's Nick Wagoner. McCaffrey says he feels "great" after being dogged by injuries in 2024.
Huddle Up: McCaffrey has played eight seasons in the NFL. Five times he played at least 16 games. In the other three, he played 14 games combined. That's the risk. McCaffrey has elite talent as a runner and receiver, and he's the focal point of San Francisco's offense when available. He's also 29, has north of 2,000 combined touches on his odometer, and has dealt with lower-body injuries. Someone is going to roll the dice on McCaffrey in the first round, but the risk is undeniably higher with him than other top fantasy producers.
Posted: 6/01/2025 2:19 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers TE Luke Farrell is expected to be used primarily as a blocking tight end, allowing the team to free up offensive threats such as RB Christian McCaffrey and TE George Kittle to run routes.
Huddle Up: Farrell's blocking ability explains why he was able to command a three-year, $15.75 million contract from the Niners in free agency despite having just 36 receptions for 318 yards and no touchdowns through his first four NFL seasons. While Farrell himself possesses very little fantasy value, his on-field presence should boost McCaffrey and Kittle's numbers, as long as both of them can remain healthy.
Posted: 5/30/2025 1:44 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (Achilles, knee) "looked electric" during OTAs Thursday, May 29, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic.
Huddle Up: After battling injuries last year, all the reports on McCaffrey continue to be positive about the veteran back heading into 2025. The injury concerns could cause him to slide to middle or end of the first round of fantasy drafts, making him a bargain if he returns to his 2023 form.
Posted: 4/25/2025 1:27 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (Achilles, knee) told reporters that he is "feeling good and has no health-related restrictions" following a season in which he missed eight games with Achilles tendonitis and another five with a knee injury.
Huddle Up: Fantasy managers are unlikely to forgive and forget this spring and summer in regards to McCaffrey. It would not be a shock to see him slip out of the top five picks in drafts for the first time in a while, but there are very few backs capable of doing what he can do when he is healthy. While betting on McCaffrey at this point is betting against the age curve to a degree, CMC is still worth betting on in the middle part of the first round in fantasy drafts.
Posted: 4/22/2025 8:49 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (Achilles, knee) told reporters that he is "feeling good and has no health-related restrictions" following a season in which he missed eight games with Achilles tendonitis and another five with a knee injury.
Huddle Up: Fantasy managers are unlikely to forgive and forget this spring and summer in regards to McCaffrey. It would not be a shock to see him slip out of the top five picks in drafts for the first time in a while, but there are very few backs capable of doing what he can do when he is healthy. While betting on McCaffrey at this point is betting against the age curve to a degree, CMC's upside is still worth betting on in the middle part of the first round in fantasy drafts.
Posted: 4/01/2025 6:20 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey is "healthy and doing great," according to head coach Kyle Shanahan on Tuesday, April 1.
Huddle Up: It is great news after the 28-year-old was limited to four games due to an Achilles issue and a PCL sprain in his right knee in 2024. McCaffrey trains as diligently as any running back, so it would not be a shock if he rediscovers his vintage form in 2025. With that said, fantasy managers will have to weigh his massive upside in Shanahan's offense against the likelihood that CMC has entered the back nine of his career. McCaffrey is still very much worth a first-round pick in fantasy, but managers will need to prioritize handcuff Isaac Guerendo in the middle rounds.
Posted: 2/27/2025 8:11 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey is "doing great" and will be able to participate in "at least parts" of the offseason program, according to general manager John Lynch.
"We will be judicious and follow the medical folks' advice on that. Christian has done a great job doing the rehab. He's tireless - if anything, you always have to say 'Woah' to Christian. As my friend, (Pittsburgh Steelers head coach) Mike Tomlin (says), 'It's a lot better to have to say 'Woah' than it is to say 'Sic 'em.' Christian is a 'Woah' guy because he's going to do everything possible to give himself a chance," Lynch said.
Huddle Up: The 2024 season was a forgettable one for McCaffrey, who missed the first two months of the year with bilateral Achilles tendinitis and saw his season end on Dec. 1 with a PCL injury. While this could be the beginning of the end for McCaffrey as he enters his age-29 season, it is always difficult to bet against the players - like McCaffrey - who keep themselves in phenomenal shape all season long. With Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk reportedly on the trade block, CMC may be trusted with another heavy workload in 2025.
Posted: 1/07/2025 12:03 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) said he is nearly fully recovered from his knee injury and believes he would have been available for the playoffs if the 49ers clinched a spot. He said he will be able to participate in organized team activities.
Huddle Up: McCaffrey was limited to only four games this season because of multiple injuries but seems to be on track to take part in the offseason workouts. He is a must-start option in fantasy leagues when healthy but is a risky option because of his injury history.
Posted: 12/03/2024 11:36 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) was placed on injured reserve on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Huddle Up: This was the expected move, and it's likely McCaffrey will miss the rest of the season. With Jordan Mason (ankle) also expected to land on IR, Isaac Guerendo will take the reins as San Fran's lead back and is a must-add player this week. The rookie has proven to be an explosive weapon in limited work and could be a solid RB2.
Posted: 12/02/2024 8:44 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) suffered a posterior cruciate ligament injury during the Week 13 game and will be placed on the Reserve/Injured list, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. McCaffrey is expected to be sidelined for six weeks.
Huddle Up: It seems like McCaffrey will not play again this season but should be fine for the 2025 season. Isaac Guerendo likely will be the main running back for the 49ers moving forward since Jordan Mason is also dealing with an injury and he can be at least a flex option in most fantasy leagues.
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