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49ers maintain top-10 QB-RB-WR ranking despite injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 3:00 AM

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

49ers maintain top-10 QB-RB-WR ranking despite injuries

Summary

CBS Sports ranks the San Francisco 49ers' trio of quarterback Brock Purdy, running back Christian McCaffrey, and wide receiver Mike Evans at No. 8 in their positional group rankings. The ranking remains unchanged from last year, even with Evans replacing George Kittle, who is sidelined due to an Achilles injury. Analysts indicate the potential for the group when healthy but acknowledge ongoing concerns about Purdy’s availability and McCaffrey's role distribution. The 49ers aim to leverage this ranking into success as the 2026 season approaches, pending the health of their key players.

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By the Numbers

•Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, and Mike Evans form the trio ranked at No. 8.
•George Kittle is out due to an Achilles injury, replaced by Mike Evans.
•49ers received an average ranking of 8.3 among CBS Sports voters.
•The ranking has not changed despite the personnel swap from last season.
•Evaluators see significant potential if the players remain healthy.

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What they're saying

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The 49ers have three solid playmakers in the three most important offensive positions in Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey and Mike Evans.
— Yahoo Sports

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