Christian McCaffrey was already the highest-paid running back in the NFL, but the San Francisco 49ers' extension solidifies that status.
The San Francisco 49ers announced a massive two-year extension for star running back Christian McCaffrey Tuesday that’s reportedly worth $38 million. McCaffrey was already atop the running back market in average annual value at $16.02 million, which goes back to the deal he signed with the Carolina Panthers prior to his trade to San Fran. Now, at $19 million per season, he remains above the rest at his position.
In his first full season with the 49ers, McCaffrey led the NFL in rushing with 1,459 yards over 16 regular-season games with 21 total touchdowns . On the receiving end, he had 564 yards on 67 catches. Simply put, the offense runs through McCaffrey, who can do just about anything asked of him. WR JAUAN JENNINGS RE-SIGNING WITH 49ERS FOR REPORTED TWO YEARS, UP TO $14.5 MILLION So, with base salaries of $11.
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