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no rookie stood out more than third-round running back Kaelon Black, who surprisingly received more carries than longtime workhorse Christian McCaffrey and shone while doing so. Indeed, Black had 14 carries to McCaffrey's 10 and put up 65 yards at an average of 4.6 yards per carry.
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Black outcarried McCaffrey in Week 1 debut; Shanahan praises rare maturity and preparation.

Third-round rookie RB received 14 carries in Week 1 debut versus McCaffrey's 10, averaging 4.6 yards per carry for 65 yards. Kyle Shanahan noted Black's preparation and attentiveness to detail separated him from previous rookie backs; Shanahan stated Black 'was prepared for everything, the run game and the pass game' and showed rare maturity and pro-readiness since day one, making it easier for coaches to substitute him in and manage McCaffrey's workload.

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