49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan praised Jordan Mason's play, but it seems that Elijah Mitchell would be in the lead role if Christian McCaffrey is unable to play. Both Mitchell and Mason are worth owning in fantasy leagues while waiting for more information on McCaffrey.

• Elijah Mitchell is likely to be the lead running back if Christian McCaffrey is out
• Jordan Mason's play has been praised by Kyle Shanahan
• Both Mitchell and Mason are worth owning in fantasy leagues