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ArticleIs Kyle Shanahan’s most infamous draft tradition finally about to bear fruit?August 28, 2026

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Elijah Mitchell led the 49ers in rushing as a rookie in 2021 before injuries derailed his progress with the team over subsequent seasons.

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Mitchell led 49ers in rushing as rookie but injuries derailed his tenure with team.

The source cites Mitchell as an example of the 49ers' frustrating running back draft history. Though he led the 49ers in rushing as a rookie in 2021, injuries derailed his progress with the team over subsequent seasons, preventing him from becoming a long-term contributor despite early promise.

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Crazy stat from a Reddit comment: Last night was the first time the 49ers have had 2 running backs with 10+ carries since 2023 Confirmed with the @F...

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Cited as precedent for Shanahan rookie RB usage: led team in carries and rushing yards as rookie. Used to illustrate that Shanahan's rookie RBs often...

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Valuable early-season producer for the first six weeks

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Mitchell suffered groin strain in 2023 training camp; missed three weeks.

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Mitchell, former 49ers back, gets injured during Eagles preseason.

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Mitchell added to Eagles RB room as backup option with prior NFL success.

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