Overview
- Head coach Kyle Shanahan said the team graded Indiana’s Kaelon Black as the No. 2 running back in the draft and justified taking him at No. 90 based on their board.
- The move adds depth behind All-Pro Christian McCaffrey in a backfield that also features Jordan James, Isaac Guerendo, Patrick Taylor Jr., Sincere McCormick, and Black.
- The Athletic’s Vic Tafur reported that Guerendo appears buried on the depth chart and could look for a new team, making him a plausible trade chip.
- Former 49ers GM Scot McCloughan said he does not see Black as a future starter and argued other positions offered better value at that draft slot.
- The pick continues a recent run of 49ers draft investments at running back, with the five backs taken before Black combining for 492 carries, 2,230 yards and 14 touchdowns.