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San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan provided an update on running back Christian McCaffrey's recovery from calf and Achilles injuries. Shanahan indicated that the team plans to ramp up McCaffrey's rehabilitation in the coming weeks, with a potential return to practice before their Week 6 game against the Seahawks. However, McCaffrey's timeline remains uncertain, as he was placed on injured reserve and could miss up to six weeks or more. In the meantime, Jordan Mason is expected to take on a larger role in the backfield.
- McCaffrey's recovery is progressing, with increased testing expected soon.
- He is currently on injured reserve and will miss at least four games.
- Jordan Mason will handle the majority of the backfield workload during McCaffrey's absence.
Christian McCaffrey | RB
Injury
Week 2
- Placed on injured reserve due to calf and Achilles injuries.
- Expected to ramp up recovery efforts in the next few weeks.
- Could miss six weeks or more, with a potential return in Week 6.
Jordan Mason | RB
Pickup
- Will take on a larger role in the backfield while McCaffrey is sidelined.
- Expected to receive most of the carries during McCaffrey's absence.
San Francisco 49ers
- The team is preparing for McCaffrey's absence by increasing Mason's role.
- Coaching staff is optimistic about McCaffrey's recovery timeline.