Christian McCaffrey Fantasy Overview

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) returned to a limited practice on Thursday. We've been expecting him to play vs. the Raiders this weekend, and this should have him on track. We'll see how CMC is listed on Friday's final injury report.

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday. HC Kyle Shanahan said CMC has "a chance" to practice on Thursday. "It wasn't too bad," McCaffrey said of his hamstring injury. "I think having the bye week was awesome, but I feel great." We're still tentatively expecting McCaffrey to play vs. the Raiders this weekend, but it's not a lock. RB Kaelon Black should be rostered in all fantasy leagues as a top-20 RB play if McCaffrey sits.

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan said Monday that RB Christian McCaffrey was dealing with a "mild" hamstring strain during Sunday's game vs. the Falcons, rather than the previously reported quad. That makes it more surprising that McCaffrey was allowed to return to the game. Shanahan was "optimistic" that CMC will be ready to go following the Week 8 bye, per insider Cam Inman. We'll keep you updated on the situation when the Niners get back to work next week, but RB Kaelon Black should be rostered in virtually all fantasy leagues in the meantime.

Niners RB Christian McCaffrey played a season-low 51.5% of snaps in Sunday's loss to the Falcons, thanks to a first-half thigh injury that cost him a chunk before allowing a return. Rookie RB Kaelon Black took advantage, logging a team-high 12 carries for 63 yards. Black also managed 1 catch on 3 targets while running 12 routes to McCaffrey's 27. Black lost 4 yards on that reception.