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rookie third-rounder Kaelon Black actually had 14 carries to McCaffrey's 10, while the duo combined for 133 rushing yards. Black looked quick and exploded vertically for quality gains behind great holes from the offensive line... Black could be a viable option as a runner who fits very well into what San Francisco does on the ground, while also being a quality pass protector.
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Black led 49ers with 14 carries in Week 1; looked quick, explosive; fits committee role.

Rookie third-rounder Kaelon Black led the 49ers in carries with 14 in Week 1 against the Rams, compared to Christian McCaffrey's 10, while the duo combined for 133 rushing yards. Black looked quick and exploded vertically for quality gains behind great holes from the offensive line, and was able to spell McCaffrey quite a bit. He also demonstrated quality pass protection. The source notes Black's performance came after significant offseason discourse regarding the value of his draft position, and suggests he could be a viable option as a runner who fits well into San Francisco's ground game while keeping McCaffrey fresher.

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