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Christian McCaffrey Limited With Illness; 49ers Expect Him to Play vs. Titans

The MVP-caliber back is tracking toward a second 1,000-1,000 season, a feat no NFL player has achieved twice.

Overview

  • McCaffrey was listed as a limited participant Thursday with an illness after briefly taking part in the open portion of practice, and an on-site reporter noted he did not look terrific afterward.
  • Head coach Kyle Shanahan said he expects McCaffrey to be available Sunday, with the official game status to be announced Friday.
  • Through 13 games, he has 849 rushing yards and 806 receiving yards on 237 carries and 85 catches, totaling 1,655 scrimmage yards and 13 touchdowns.
  • Teammates praised his form and durability this week, with Trent Williams calling him a transcendent talent and George Kittle saying he has years left on his legs.
  • If his workload is reduced against Tennessee at Levi's Stadium, Brian Robinson Jr. is the next option in the backfield for the 9-4 49ers.