Christian McCaffrey approaches NFL record for receiving touchdowns by a running back
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 3:23 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey enters his next game needing one receiving touchdown to set an all-time NFL record for his position. He currently has 36 career receiving touchdowns, tying him with Marshall Faulk. McCaffrey has recorded 18 of those touchdowns while playing for the 49ers, matching the total he accumulated during his time with the Panthers. The running back also nears a significant career milestone, as he has totaled 98 touchdowns through his first nine NFL seasons. This combined total consists of 62 rushing touchdowns and his 36 receiving scores. He recorded seven receiving touchdowns during the previous season.
- •Christian McCaffrey holds 36 career receiving touchdowns.
- •He is currently tied with Marshall Faulk for the all-time record.
- •McCaffrey has scored 18 receiving touchdowns with the 49ers.
- •He has accumulated 98 total touchdowns in nine NFL seasons.
- 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Christian McCaffrey's next receiving TD will give him the most for a RB in NFL history
"The next time 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey catches a touchdown pass, he'll have a unique achievement in NFL history.
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