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ArticleCan Kaelon Black take over RB2 role in the preseason?
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If the 49ers truly want to take McCaffrey off the field more to preserve him as they've been saying, they'll need a viable pass-catching backup.
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49ers plan to preserve McCaffrey with increased backup usage, favoring pass-catching depth.

The 49ers have indicated they want to take McCaffrey off the field more to preserve him, which creates a need for a viable pass-catching backup running back. Black's potential pass-catching ability could be key to winning the No. 2 role and supporting this offensive strategy.

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