Overview
- McCaffrey told reporters at a postgame press conference that a barber in Melbourne told him “looks cracker” in the days before the 49ers’ victory.
- In Australian slang, “cracker” can mean something excellent, a usage noted by language guides cited in coverage and different from a derogatory American meaning.
- McCaffrey laughed about the exchange and joked “Dude, I hear that every Sunday,” a line that quickly went viral on social media.
- The anecdote came after the 49ers beat the Rams 27-7 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and featured McCaffrey running 10 times for 68 yards and catching five passes for 20 yards while rookie Kaelon Black split carries.
- The game doubled as an international showcase that produced lighthearted cultural moments and left the 49ers with extra days to rest before their Sept. 20 home opener.