Christian McCaffrey tightness revealed to be real injury
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Christian McCaffrey is dealing with tightness but his injury is considered real and not serious, according to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, who believes he should be fine.
- The timing of McCaffrey’s injury coincides with recent contract news for other running backs, but Rapoport views this as a coincidence rather than a cause for concern.
- The San Francisco 49ers released veteran running back Khalil Herbert, their leading rusher in the preseason opener, possibly indicating confidence in McCaffrey’s health.
- McCaffrey is set to earn $12.5 million in non-guaranteed money this season under a recent two-year, $38 million extension that keeps him with the 49ers through 2027.
- Last season, McCaffrey was named NFL Comeback Player of the Year after rushing for 1,202 yards and 10 touchdowns, helping lead the 49ers to the NFC Divisional Round.
