NBC Sports Rotoworld on Christian McCaffrey

McCaffrey's reduced workload plan unlikely to materialize; top-10 RB finish expected barring injury.

McCaffrey suited up for all 17 games in 2025 and remains the focal point of the 49ers offense. Shanahan has acknowledged McCaffrey's football mortality and says he wants to reduce his 'wear and tear,' but the source notes this has always proven easier said than done, especially since McCaffrey's backups lack proven NFL talent. Even a reduced workload would present little danger of him finishing outside the top 10 in fantasy football, as no one is usurping him at the goal line or in the passing game. The only thing standing between McCaffrey and an RB1 finish is injury.

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