Christian McCaffrey misses practice amid contract adjustment speculation

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has missed over a week of practice due to unspecified "tightness," raising questions about his absence. Coach Kyle Shanahan stated McCaffrey is not refusing to practice for a contract adjustment, despite past injuries leading to skepticism. Analysts suggest McCaffrey's current contract is inadequate compared to recent deals, raising concerns over the level of risk he is willing to take while practicing. Observers believe McCaffrey's situation is less about a serious injury and more of a calculated business decision as he navigates his contract status going into the season. McCaffrey's future contract negotiations may influence his decisions moving forward.

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