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49ers evaluate veteran RB options amid mounting injuries before preseason opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:30 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

49ers evaluate veteran RB options amid mounting injuries before preseason opener
Summary

The San Francisco 49ers hosted veteran running backs Nyheim Miller-Hines and Zamir White for workouts while also bringing in Blake Watson for a visit. The team’s backfield has been affected by injuries to Christian McCaffrey, who is dealing with tightness, and rookie Jordan James with a broken rib. Additional injuries to Isaac Guerendo and Kaelon Black have further depleted the team’s running back depth. The 49ers need to bolster their roster ahead of a preseason game on Thursday, following complications from injuries in last year's joint practices.

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Status Watch
  • •49ers worked out Nyheim Miller-Hines and Zamir White on Monday.
  • •Christian McCaffrey missed practice due to tightness but is fine.
  • •Rookie Jordan James is sidelined with a broken rib.
  • •Isaac Guerendo and Kaelon Black are also dealing with injuries.
  • •Team needs additional running backs for upcoming physical practices.
Latest Updates
  • 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers may want to sign RB as injuries mount before preseason opener
What they're saying
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A trio of veteran RBs were all at the San Francisco 49ers facility for workouts or visits leading up to their preseason opener.

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