In a strategic move that showcased the San Francisco 49ers' foresight, head coach Kyle Shanahan seized the opportunity in October 2022 to bolster his offense with one of the NFL's most unique weapons, all without jeopardizing the franchise's future.
“A running back?” “For $12 million a year?!” “You can get them anywhere!” The discourse surrounding running backs has tanked their value because the only way we view players and their value is based on their contract.
Christian McCaffrey's impact was felt in the 14 games he played for the 49ers in 2022. Remarkably, San Francisco only had to pay $690,000 for his services that season, a bargain considering the value he brought to the team.