The top running back in the NFL was out tonight, but lucky for the San Francisco 49ers, former Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Jordan Mason was able to start in his
place. Mason has made a name for himself since going undrafted a few seasons ago, but he got a chance to start tonight with Christian McCaffrey on the sidelines as the 49ers faced Aaron Rodgers and the Jets.
Mason ran for 147 yards and one touchdown on 28 carries. Mason averaged 5.3 yards per carry against what is supposed to be a stout New York Jets defense.Mason was an instant contributor from the time he stepped foot on campus at Georgia Tech back in 2018. On just 108 carries in 2018, Mason totaled 659 yards and had seven touchdowns, while averaging 6.1 yards per carry. Mason had his career-best year in 2019, Geoff Collin's first year in Atlanta.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
49ers Studs and Duds: Brock Purdy, Jordan Mason impress in preseason finaleThe preseason is over, but Brock Purdy’s run to an MVP is just getting started.
Read more »
Kyle Shanahan Gushes About 49ers RB Jordan MasonThe MVP of the preseason for the 49ers this year was running back Jordan Mason. He averaged a whopping 5.4 yards per carry on 14 attempts and scored two rushing touchdowns. To be fair, he didn't play against the Saints starting defense.
Read more »
49ers Should Rely on Jordan Mason Against the JetsJordan Mason should be the running back the 49ers rely on more against the Jets after Christian McCaffrey's startling injury update.
Read more »
SI's Albert Breer Picks the 49ers to Beat the Bengals in the Super BowlWhat Super Bowl hangover? Teams that lose the Super Bowl generally take a step back the following year (unless their quarterback is Tom Brady). The 49ers lost the Super Bowl just seven months ago. And yet, they still have the core of their elite roster.
Read more »
Shooting of San Francisco 49ers rookie renews attention on crime in city as mayor seeks reelectionThe daylight shooting of 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall in an upscale shopping district has once again put the city's safety in the national spotlight weeks before voters choose a new mayor.
Read more »
49ers LT Trent Williams Says He Never Considered Retirement this OffseasonThe 49ers renegotiated Trent Williams' contract this week and guaranteed $48 million of his new deal. Here's what Williams said about his plans for the future.
Read more »