The San Francisco 49ers have placed All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve due to his ongoing calf and Achilles tendon issues, meaning he will miss at least four more games. McCaffrey, who led the NFL in yards from scrimmage last season, got hurt early in training camp and was a late scratch for the season opener. He had only missed one game combined in the past two seasons but has a history of injuries, missing 23 games in his final two seasons with the Carolina Panthers.
In McCaffrey’s absence, backup Jordan Mason had a strong performance, rushing for 147 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers’ victory over the New York Jets. Mason is set to start again in their upcoming game against Minnesota. The 49ers also have fourth-round rookie Isaac Guerendo and Patrick Taylor Jr. on the roster to provide additional depth in the running back position.
The team has elevated safety Tracy Walker III from the practice squad for the game against Minnesota, indicating that they are preparing for potential defensive adjustments. With McCaffrey sidelined, the 49ers will rely heavily on Mason to lead their running game and hope for a speedy recovery for their star running back.
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