San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is optimistic about his participation and workload in the upcoming season opener against the New York Jets, following a recovery from a calf and Achilles injury. After missing most of training camp, McCaffrey returned to practice and expressed confidence in his ability to handle his usual heavy workload. Teammates and coaches have noted his readiness and high standards, suggesting he is set for another strong season after a stellar performance in 2023.

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is set to miss the entire preseason due to a strained calf. Coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that McCaffrey is likely to be sidelined for a couple of weeks but should be ready for the season opener against the New York Jets. The injury comes as the 49ers also deal with injuries to other running backs, including Elijah Mitchell and rookie Isaac Guerendo. In response, the team has signed former 49ers running back Matt Breida to bolster their depth at the position.