The shoo-in for offensive player of the year and first-team all-pro running back Christian McCaffrey is the fan favorite to be the MVP of the playoffs for the 49ers. Forty-nine percent of fans are betting on McCaffrey. Thirty-eight percent of fans are betting on Brock Purdy to be the MVP after missing the all-pro team by a few votes. Deebo Samuel took six percent of the vote.
Following extended rest for McCaffrey, it is a safe bet to assume McCaffrey gets right back into his workhorse role. Playoff games tend to be closer; controlling the clock with the running game will be key for any team to advance.