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ArticleShould the 49ers buy more into the RB committee after Week 1?
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McCaffrey wasn't the team's leading ballcarrier, as rookie third-rounder Kaelon Black actually had 14 carries to McCaffrey's 10, while the duo combined for 133 rushing yards. It was reported after the game that McCaffrey dealt with cramps, which could've led to some more of the carry distribution.
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McCaffrey's cramps may have opened door for committee approach; 70/30 split could keep him fresher.

McCaffrey had 10 carries and 5 catches (8 targets) in Week 1 despite dealing with cramps that may have contributed to reduced carry distribution; the source notes McCaffrey remains extremely valuable to the 49ers offense even when not touching the ball due to defensive focus, and suggests a 70/30 split with backup Kaelon Black could keep him fresher while maintaining offensive dominance. McCaffrey posted 83 and 81 percent snap counts in his last two fully healthy seasons and had an 80/20 split with Brian Robinson last year as he led the league in touches.

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