Christian McCaffrey Among The Best Options In Season Opener

Christian McCaffrey Among The Best Options In Season Opener

one year ago

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will look to begin justifying his top 3 ADP in fantasy drafts this fall in Week 1 at the Pittsburgh Steelers. In 2022, McCaffrey racked up 1,139 yards rushing with eight touchdowns. He also had 741 yards and five touchdowns on 85 receptions. Always a dual threat out of the backfield, McCaffrey should produce early and often even against a healthy and improved Pittsburgh defense. It remains to be seen how San Francisco manages McCaffrey's workload this year as they try to keep him healthy. Sunday's game may act as a bellwether in that regard. The 49ers have another competent back in Elijah Mitchell, who is sure to frustrate McCaffrey fantasy managers occasionally. Regardless, McCaffrey is a weekly no-brainer RB1 for the foreseeable future.

Source: Pro Football Reference