Kyle Shanahan states Christian McCaffrey could return for practice soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that running back Christian McCaffrey may return from injury by Saturday. Shanahan dismissed speculation that McCaffrey was absent due to contract issues, clarifying that he is dealing with tightness. The 49ers have a preseason game against the Chargers Thursday night, and a return to practice would allow McCaffrey to ramp up ahead of the regular season opener against the Los Angeles Rams.
- •Shanahan hints at McCaffrey's return to practice this Saturday.
- •McCaffrey missed practice due to tightness, not contract disputes.
- •Preseason game against the Chargers scheduled for Thursday.
- •Regular season opener against the Rams is in three weeks.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Shanahan indicates one injured 49ers superstar is nearing return
"San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan hinted that one of the team's best players will return from injury after Week 2 of the preseason.
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