NFL insider backs prediction for 49ers RB depth chart
The 49ers could have a new RB2 in 2026.
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. Shanahan said he had Black ranked as their No.