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ArticleCan Kaelon Black take over RB2 role in the preseason?
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James, a fifth-round pick last year, seemed to be the frontrunner for the No. 2 running back role heading into training camp, but he suffered a broken rib on the first day and has been out since.
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Broken rib on first day of camp sidelines fifth-round pick's RB2 competition.

Fifth-round pick from 2025 who appeared to be the frontrunner for the 49ers' No. 2 running back role heading into training camp, but suffered a broken rib on the first day of camp and has been out since. This injury has significantly limited his ability to compete with Kaelon Black for the backup running back position during a critical evaluation period.

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