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49ers List Christian McCaffrey as Limited With Calf Injury Ahead of Week 1

The team provided no explanation for the downgrade, making Friday’s practice the key gauge of his Week 1 availability.

Overview

  • McCaffrey was added to Thursday’s practice report as limited with a calf issue after practicing fully on Wednesday.
  • San Francisco offered no details on whether the change was precautionary or a new setback, and McCaffrey skipped his usual Thursday media availability.
  • Coaches and teammates had said he looked strong throughout the offseason and camp following last year’s layoff.
  • He missed most of 2024 with bilateral Achilles tendinitis and later suffered a season-ending PCL knee injury after returning.
  • If he cannot go or is restricted on Sunday in Seattle, Brian Robinson Jr. and Isaac Guerendo are positioned to lead the backfield.