49ers rely on RB committee as they defeat Rams in Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers secured a 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne on September 11, 2026. In a strong performance, San Francisco effectively neutralized the Rams' defense, rushing 30 times for 174 yards., rookie Kaelon Black had 14 carries, surpassing star running back Christian McCaffrey's 10 carries. This shift in carry distribution raises questions about the team's approach moving forward, especially in maintaining McCaffrey's health throughout the season.
- •49ers rush for 174 yards against Rams
- •Kaelon Black leads with 14 carries
- •Christian McCaffrey has 10 carries, 5 catches
- •San Francisco aims to manage McCaffrey's workload
- •Team strategy may evolve in upcoming weeks
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Should the 49ers buy more into the RB committee after Week 1?
"The Niners saw some strong success on the ground in Week 1.
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