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NFL insider backs prediction for 49ers RB depth chart
TL;DR
The San Francisco 49ers have six running backs vying for spots on the 2026 roster, including rookie Kaelon Black and star Christian McCaffrey. Recent comments suggest Jordan James is favored for the RB2 position, while Isaac Guerendo may be at risk of being cut.
Key points
- San Francisco 49ers have six running backs on their roster
- Kaelon Black and Christian McCaffrey are likely to make the team
- Jordan James is favored for the RB2 position
- Isaac Guerendo may not make the final roster
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The San Francisco 49ers have a lot of running backs currently on their roster heading into offseason workouts.
Including 2025 third-rounder Kaelon Black, the 49ers have six running backs competing for an undetermined number of spots in 2026. Black joined Christian McCaffrey, Jordan James, Isaac Guerendo, Patrick Taylor and Sincere McCormick. McCaffrey and Black are likely locks to make the team, but some recent remarks from Kyle Shanahan suggest James is a favorite to be the RB2.
Those comments were made before the draft, though. Black may be in the mix to be McCaffrey's direct backup now, according to The Athletic's Vic Tafur. His addition could spell the end of Guerendo in San Francisco, too.
"[Kaelon Black] will compete with James for the No. 2 role," Tafur wrote. "Guerendo, drafted in the fourth round just two years ago, seems like he is buried and will be looking for a new team."
This is a blunt assessment of the 49ers' running back situation, but likely not far off base.
Q&A
Who are the running backs competing for the 49ers in 2026?
The 49ers have six running backs: Christian McCaffrey, Kaelon Black, Jordan James, Isaac Guerendo, Patrick Taylor, and Sincere McCormick.
What did Kyle Shanahan say about the 49ers' RB depth chart?
Kyle Shanahan indicated that Jordan James is a favorite for the RB2 position behind Christian McCaffrey.
Is Kaelon Black expected to make the 49ers' roster?
Yes, Kaelon Black is considered a likely lock to make the team and will compete for the No. 2 running back role.