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Herbert will likely spell Kaelon Black and Patrick Taylor in the preseason, assuming we don't see much of Christian McCaffrey. The 28-year-old was once viewed as a promising, big-play threat. He entered the NFL with 4.48 speed, but injuries have since zapped some of that explosive ability.
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Herbert signed a one-year deal with the 49ers following Jordan James's fractured ribs injury. The 28-year-old played sparingly with the Jets in 2025 and will likely spell Kaelon Black and Patrick Taylor in the preseason, assuming limited Christian McCaffrey usage. Once viewed as a promising big-play threat with 4.48 speed entering the NFL, injuries have since diminished his explosive ability.

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