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Christian McCaffrey aims for big performance against Dolphins in Week 2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 3:31 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Christian McCaffrey aims for big performance against Dolphins in Week 2

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers will host the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Levi’s Stadium after winning 27-7 against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1. Christian McCaffrey produced 68 rushing yards and 20 receiving yards in that game. Predictions suggest McCaffrey could break a career record by surpassing 200 scrimmage yards and scoring four touchdowns against the Dolphins, contributing to a forecasted 38-16 win reminiscent of their Super Bowl XIX meeting. Miami is looking to recover from their Week 1 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.

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By the Numbers

•49ers look to start season 2-0 after winning in Melbourne.
•Dolphins enter the game at 0-1 following loss to the Raiders.
•Prediction suggests McCaffrey could score four total touchdowns.
•Matchup recalls the 1984 Super Bowl XIX with the same predicted score.

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3:31 PMYahoo Sports — Christian McCaffrey Receives Historic Prediction for Week 2 49ers-Dolphins Tussle

What they're saying

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Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers are back in familiar territory after a long trip to and from the Land Down Under. Coming off a 27-7 Week 1 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, the Niners will aim for a 2-0 start to their 2026 NFL season as they share the field […] The post Christian McCaffrey Receives Historic Prediction for Week 2 49ers-Dolphins Tussle appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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