The San Francisco 49ers are entering the new NFL season full of hope and excitement, with their sights set on a playoff run led by star running back Christian McCaffrey. The team has reinforced its roster, and the chemistry among players is generating plenty of optimism.

Before Brian Robinson Jr. even set foot in the 49ers facility, Christian McCaffrey was already a fan. So when the Washington Commanders traded Robinson Jr. to San Francisco last week, McCaffrey was thrilled to team up with someone he had admired from afar.

“I knew [his game] well,” McCaffrey told reporters after practice Friday. “I watched a bunch of Commanders games just because my brother plays there. So I got to watch him a lot and have always been a fan. And I’m pumped he’s on our team.”

What Robinson brings to the

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