Week 7 was yet another reminder of the 49ers ‘ reliance on Christian McCaffrey to drive their offense. The running back, with his 219 scrimmage yards, accounted for 62% of the team’s total. Kyle Shanahan would call it a reflection of the most consistent player, but deep down, another narrative lingers.

From Shanahan to LT Trent Williams, the 49ers collectively agree that they are a better team when putting the ball in the RB’s hands at every opportunity. The game plans have revolved around him, setting him on pace for 449 touches, which would be 46 more than his career-high. While that’s indeed working out well for the team, as evident in the 5-2 record, Shanahan has received a word of caution for over-reliance.

“The 49ers have used McCaffrey to their advantage, but they also have risk

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