Jake Peetz challenges Christian McCaffrey on pass protection in 2019

Before the 2019 season, Carolina Panthers running backs coach Jake Peetz told Christian McCaffrey he needed to improve his pass protection, stating he ranked among the league's worst in that area. Peetz, despite being new to coaching the position, aimed to motivate McCaffrey, who had previously posted impressive stats. McCaffrey responded positively, asking for coaching on the skill. This interaction set the stage for what became a historic season for McCaffrey, as he achieved his first Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections. Peetz later moved to the Los Angeles Rams before McCaffrey was traded to the San Francisco 49ers midway through the 2022 season.

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