FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Kaelon Black

PodcastWeek 2 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings & Tiers: Studs, Sleepers, and Mus...September 16, 2026

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Waivers were depleted outside of Kalon Black were depleted at running back.

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Notable waiver wire pickup in Week 1; strong value available.

Kalon Black was highlighted as a notable waiver wire pickup in Week 1, representing one of the few running backs with strong value available on waivers after Week 1.

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The 49ers finally got Christian McCaffrey a sidekick. Why rookie Kaelon Black is thriving ⤵️ < [Retweeted](

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Black's third-round role as McCaffrey's backup is working perfectly with matching 4.5 Y/A efficiency.

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Black's 11-carry workload and Cowboys' weak run D make him a bye-week RB3 option.

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Rookie Black is thriving as McCaffrey's sidekick in the 49ers offense.

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49ers backup Black available in 65% of leagues; potential RB1 if McCaffrey injured.

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Black's rising usage and early-down work make him flex option vs. Cowboys

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