Christian McCaffrey returns to practice for San Francisco 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:09 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey participated in practice on Tuesday, September 1, following concerns regarding muscle tightness. The team is preparing for its upcoming trip to Melbourne, Australia, to participate in the first NFL game held in that country. McCaffrey’s status for Week 1 had previously been in question due to the reported injury. Reports from the practice session indicate that the running back felt improved and was able to work out on the field. The 49ers are among a select group of teams scheduled to play before the league's primary opening day on September 13. His presence at the practice facility provides a positive development for the team's offense ahead of the trip.
- •Christian McCaffrey participated in practice on Tuesday, September 1.
- •The running back was previously limited by muscle tightness.
- •The 49ers are traveling to Melbourne, Australia, for an upcoming game.
- •San Francisco plays its opening game before the league's September 13 start date.
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — San Francisco 49ers Receive Promising Christian McCaffrey Update Amid Injury Concern
"The 2026 NFL season is rapidly approaching, and the San Francisco 49ers are one of the few teams that will play before September 13, which is the first Sunday slate of the year. San Francisco will head to Melbourne, Australia soon to take part in the NFL’s first-ever game in Australia. Very notably, star running […] The post San Francisco 49ers Receive Promising Christian McCaffrey Update Amid Injury Concern appeared first on HEAVY.
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