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49ers 3rd-round rookie Kaelon Black won the RB2 job with his performance in Preseason Week 2. He had two great pass protection reps versus blitzers. His vision stood out between the tackles.
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Third-round rookie Black won RB2 job with strong pass protection and 5.1 YPC in preseason.

The source reports that Black, a 2026 third-round pick, won the RB2 job with his preseason performance, demonstrating strong pass protection ability against blitzers and good vision between the tackles. He rushed for 61 yards on 12 carries (5.1 yards per carry) in preseason and showed the ability to hold up in pass protection—a critical requirement for eating into Christian McCaffrey's snaps. The source notes that Shanahan is 'cooking spreadsheets' with Black, suggesting confidence in his role.

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