5 free agent RBs the 49ers could sign to replace Brian Robinson Jr.

The San Francisco 49ers have addressed some of their biggest needs this offseason, but after losing running back Brian Robinson Jr. to the Atlanta Falcons in free agency, that leaves a new hole that general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan may want to fill. While Christian McCaffrey is the starter heading into 2026, the 49ers have 2025 fifth-round pick Jordan James, Isaac Guerendo and Patrick Taylor Jr.

to back him up. They might be comfortable going in what that group, but they could use another veteran. If San Francisco is looking for another free agent running back to take Robinson's place in 2026, here are a few options.

Kareem Hunt Hunt, 30, has spent four years with the Kansas City Chiefs and five with the Cleveland Browns, making one Pro Bowl while rushing for 5,775 yards and 55 touchdowns on 4. 1 yards per attempt. He's also caught 267 passes for an addition 2,209 yards and 18 scores.

Raheem Mostert Mostert, 33, is a familiar name for 49ers fans after he spent six seasons with the team from 2016-21. Since then, he's played for the Miami Dolphins (2022-24) and Las Vegas Raiders (2025). In his career, he's rushed for 3,895 yards and 34 touchdowns on 5.