NegativeInjuryWed, July 29, 2026
Jordan James has fractured ribs; lost RB2 role to rookie Kaelon Black.
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Jordan James went from RB2 and lost that role to rookie Kaelon Black on Monday. It was announced Wednesday that James has fractured ribs. The source notes this is brutal timing as the 49ers need three reliable running backs this season, with Christian McCaffrey requiring relief after a heavy workload last season.
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Running back Jordan James went from RB2, and on Monday he lost that role to rookie Kaelon Black. There was speculation that it was due to James being injured. On Wednesday, it was announced that James has fractured ribs.
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- Jordan James went from RB2 and lost that role to rookie Kaelon Black on Monday. It was announced Wednesday that James has fractured ribs. The source notes this is brutal timing as the 49ers need three reliable running backs this season, with Christian McCaffrey requiring relief after a heavy workload last season.
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