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McCaffrey's role as a pass catcher will likely drop to closer to the 65-70 receptions per season he averaged entering the 2025 season, and in theory, that helps save his legs to improve on his 2025 season as a running back.
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49ers' WR additions should reduce McCaffrey's receiving role to 65–70 catches, preserving legs.

With the 49ers adding Mike Evans, De'Zhaun Stribling, Deebo Samuel, and George Kittle's health improving, McCaffrey's receiving role should normalize to his pre-2025 average of 65–70 receptions per season, which could reduce his overall touch load and preserve his legs for improved rushing production in 2026.

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