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Sincere McCormick is stashed on the 49ers' practice squad as an NFL-caliber runner, part of the depth contingency at running back behind McCaffrey.

NegativeDepth ChartSep 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

PositiveNewsAug 31, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

The 49ers announce the following practice squad signings: LS Jon Weeks DL Ogbo Okoronkwo CB Jakob Robinson S Jalen Stroman DL Sebastian Valdez LB Jalen Graham WR Wesley Grimes WR Will Pauling WR KhaDarel Hodge RB Sincere McCormick OL Drake Nugent OL Isaac Alarcon TE Khalil Dinkins

Sincere McCormick made a push to crack the roster but landed on the practice squad; he can be called right back to Santa Clara in a pinch, providing the 49ers with a recall option at running back.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Niners Nation

Sincere McCormick made a push to crack the 49ers' 53-man roster but did not make the cut. However, he can be called back to Santa Clara from the practice squad in a pinch, maintaining him as a depth option for the team.

NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

The 49ers signed RB Sincere McCormick to their practice squad, per @VicTafur

PositiveInjuryAug 31, 2026Ian Hartitz

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camp. Jordyn Tyson starts on IR-R as expected. NYG - OBJ makes thin WR room - Only five WRs streamlines projected roles - with four TEs, four RBs, and a FB kept. This clearly is now a Harbaugh operation, right down to the Old Yeller WR roster spot. NYJ - Vet QBs cut - It’s Geno Smith and an, at times, overwhelmed rookie as the only QBs on the roster with questionable coaching. What could go wrong? PHI - TE room stays crowded - Four kept tight ends, plus Grant Calcaterra set to return from IR-...

PositiveInjuryAug 31, 2026Pat Thorman

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camp. Jordyn Tyson starts on IR-R as expected. NYG - OBJ makes thin WR room - Only five WRs streamlines projected roles - with four TEs, four RBs, and a FB kept. This clearly is now a Harbaugh operation, right down to the Old Yeller WR roster spot. NYJ - Vet QBs cut - It’s Geno Smith and an, at times, overwhelmed rookie as the only QBs on the roster with questionable coaching. What could go wrong? PHI - TE room stays crowded - Four kept tight ends, plus Grant Calcaterra set to return from IR-...

Running back Sincere McCormick was waived or released by the 49ers during the cut to 53-man roster.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sincere McCormick is at risk of being cut from the 49ers' roster as the team consolidates its running back room around McCaffrey, Black, and Robinson Jr., with limited snaps available for a third or fourth back.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sincere McCormick did not have a great performance against Las Vegas with seven touches for just 8 yards in the preseason finale, though the source notes he has had moments.

NegativeUsageAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sincere McCormick will take over carries in the second half of the preseason finale alongside Khalil Herbert. The 49ers can elevate him from the practice squad on game day if needed during the regular season.

NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sincere McCormick will take carries in the second half of the preseason finale alongside Khalil Herbert. He can be elevated from the practice squad on game day if needed during the regular season.

NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026Niners Nation

McCormick is projected to stick on the practice squad, though his status could change depending on Isaac Guerendo's health.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Projected to make the practice squad at running back; roster spot contingent on Isaac Guerendo's health status.

PositiveDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Niners Nation

Matt Waldman advocates for Sincere McCormick as a valuable depth chart player for the 49ers, praising his intelligence as a runner. Waldman identifies McCormick as a 'smart runner' who possesses the mental processing and decision-making skills that distinguish him from 'dumb runners' who rely solely on speed.

PositiveSleeperAug 24, 2026Matt Waldman

McCormick played well in Thursday's preseason game, finishing with 6-53-1 on the ground, competing with Kaelon Black and Jordan James for the 49ers' No. 2 RB role.

PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

McCormick got one of five carries with the starters alongside Kaelon Black, suggesting a limited role in the 49ers backfield.

NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Referenced nostalgically as past fantasy hype train; community jokes about 'missing the Sincere hype train' and notes he was a 'CMC victim.' No current relevance or role discussion.

PositiveSleeperAug 23, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

McCormick has been an unsung hero for the 49ers with injuries mounting at the position. He earned a rushing touchdown following a long 37-yard run, and his performance might have earned him a roster spot in the running back room depending on how the injuries shake out.

PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026Niners Nation

McCormick has been an unsung hero for the 49ers with injuries mounting at the position. He took reps and was rewarded following a long 37-yard run with a rushing touchdown. Depending on how the injuries shake out, his performance might have earned him a roster spot in the running back room.

PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Kyle

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I know everyone is excited that football is back, and they're looking for players to believe in But I truly believe this pre-season hype is ridiculous and likely won't amount to anything We have people victory lapping their ***Mike Washington*** exposure after two big runs, and claiming he's 100% going to eat into Ashton Jeanty's role (I mean, c'mon) - I know he's an "explosive" rookie, but you don't see people clip-farming ***Sincere McCormick's*** 37-yard run last night (followed by him sco...

McCormick had the 49ers' biggest play of the day with a 37-yard run, then bowled over three Chargers defenders and scored from seven yards out to give San Francisco a 10-3 lead.

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCormick had the 49ers' biggest play of the day with a 37-yard run in the second quarter. After an illegal shift penalty, he bowled over three Chargers defenders and scored from seven yards out to give the 49ers a 10-3 lead.

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Bolts From The Blue

McCormick benefited from impressive blocking that sprung him for a 37-yard gain, and he found the end zone on the same drive, contributing to the 49ers' commanding 20-3 halftime lead.

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCormick benefited from impressive blocking to spring a 37-yard gain and found the end zone on the same drive, contributing to the 49ers' commanding 20-3 halftime lead.

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Niners Nation

PositiveNewsAug 21, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

Sincere McCormick punches it in for the touchdown

PositiveNewsAug 21, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

Sincere McCormick with the big run Watch Jordan Watkins with the block

In contention for the final running back spot on the 49ers roster, competing against Khalil Herbert and Isaac Guerendo (if activated from the Physically Unable to Perform List) as the team navigates a depleted running back room.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sincere McCormick is part of the 49ers running back rotation in the absence of Christian McCaffrey, alongside Kaelon Black, Zamir White, and Khalil Herbert.

NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

One of only two healthy running backs remaining on the 49ers roster after Khalil Herbert's release, positioning him as a key backup option in the backfield alongside Zamir White.

PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With Khalil Herbert released and multiple backs injured, McCormick is one of only two healthy running backs on the 49ers roster alongside Zamir White.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Niners Nation

49ers RB took 10 carries for 38 yards in preseason Week 1, showing modest efficiency in backup role behind Patrick Taylor.

NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

McCormick took 10 carries for 38 yards, showing he's a viable backup option at RB for the 49ers.

PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Running back Sincere McCormick carried the ball 10 times for 38 yards (3.8 yards per carry) in the preseason game. The 49ers' offense averaged 3 yards per carry overall with 84 yards on 28 attempts, with Christian McCaffrey not suiting up.

NegativeUsageAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCormick led the 49ers running backs with a 69.6 grade in the preseason opener, the highest among the backfield group.

PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026Niners Nation

McCormick led all running backs with a 69.6 grade in the preseason game and broke one tackle among the group.

PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

25-year-old RB showed promise for Raiders in 2024 with five regular-season appearances and two-game span rushing for 142 yards; buried deep on San Francisco's depth chart but top four RBs unavailable due to injuries, leaving McCormick, Patrick Taylor, Khalil Herbert and recently signed Zamir White as Thursday's options; 49ers likely to give younger McCormick longer look while other backfield options sidelined.

PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

McCormick is one of three healthy running backs available for the 49ers' preseason opener, alongside Khalil Herbert and Patrick Taylor, due to injuries to McCaffrey, James, Black, and Guerendo.

NegativeRoleAug 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

PositiveNewsAug 12, 2026SleeperNFL

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49ers RBs available for practice on Tuesday: Khalil Herbert Patrick Taylor Jr. Sincere McCormick (@LombardiHimself)