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McCaffrey Back to 2023 Form as 49ers Manage Workloads in Camp

San Francisco’s star running back shows regained speed, agility and strength under a measured practice plan designed to prevent injury risk.

Talanoa Hufanga of the Denver Broncos and Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers interact after an NFL preseason football game, at Levi’s Stadium on Aug. 9, 2025, in Santa Clara, Calif.
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Aug 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85), running back Christian McCaffrey (5) and fullback Kyle Juszczyk (44) and quarterback Brock Purdy (13) stand on the sideline in the third quarter against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium.

Overview

  • Head coach Kyle Shanahan declared that McCaffrey is “fast as he’s been, as quick, as strong,” confirming a full physical recovery.
  • Quarterback Brock Purdy said McCaffrey displayed his trademark quick cuts and toughness after joint practices with the Raiders and Broncos.
  • Beat writer Matt Maiocco reported that McCaffrey “looks like Christian McCaffrey” following explosive training camp sessions.
  • Injuries to backup running backs Isaac Guerendo and Jordan James and to multiple receivers have magnified his importance to the offense.
  • 49ers coaches are controlling his reps and monitoring his conditioning to prevent any camp or preseason setbacks before Week 1.