49ers’ Christian McCaffrey Believes Playing Into His Mid-30s is Real Possibility
August 17, 2024
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The San Francisco 49ers are expected to be among the top teams in the entire NFL this season once again. Following another loss in the Super Bowl, San Francisco is looking to 2024 to be the year that they finally get over the hump.
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The 49ers have been close almost each season, losing either in the Super Bowl or the NFC title game. San Francisco has kept the winning window open due to a front office that isn’t settled with being just another good team.
The organization wants to be great and add another title to its strong history. Part of has seen San Francisco add all sorts of talent over the last few years, including star running back Christian McCaffrey.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 11: Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers runs the ball for a touchdown in the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant… LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 11: Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers runs the ball for a touchdown in the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. McCaffrey is hoping to play into his mid-30s.
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McCaffrey has been a phenomenal fit under head coach Kyle Shanahan’s offense, giving the 49ers a massive boost. He is 28 years old, a number that tends to look bad for running backs in this current era.
But McCaffrey seems to only be getting better as he ages. When asked if he believed that he could play into his mid-30s, McCaffrey had no doubts about his answer.
“Absolutely,” McCaffrey told RG.org’s DJ Siddiqui in a recent interview when asked if he could play into his mid-30s. “I don’t put limits on anything. I always go off how I feel, and I feel fantastic.”
Last season, McCaffrey posted 1,459 yards and 14 touchdowns for the 49ers. He was instrumental in the team’s reaching the Super Bowl and is looking forward to helping them actually win the big game this year.
When considering his future, McCaffrey cited other top running backs around the league who have continued to perform well past the age of 30.
“I feel great,” he said. “I look at guys around the league who are my age and are still balling, guys older than me like Derrick Henry and Raheem Mostert. They’re in their 30s and they’re Pro Bowlers and All-Pro caliber players. I absolutely think you can go as long as you want.”
However, Father Time does come for everyone, so the 49ers will likely be cautious about how they use him moving forward. They will want to give him enough touches to find success in the regular season but rest him enough as well to avoid overuse.
It’s a fine line, but the 49ers are confident in his abilities. If McCaffrey can continue to perform well into his 30s, San Francisco’s window likely will stay open even longer.
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