The 49ers swung a blockbuster trade for star running back Christian McCaffrey late Thursday night, and now the question is when he will make his debut for San Francisco.
With just two full days left until the 49ers host the Kansas City Chiefs at 1:25 p.m. PT on Sunday at Levi's Stadium, it seems unlikely that McCaffrey would be completely up to speed in time, but he reportedly might be available to play.
NFL Media's Ian Rapoport reported Thursday night that McCaffrey will fly to the Bay Area on Friday, and is likely to play Sunday in a reduced, red zone package.
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If McCaffrey can learn a small portion of the playbook, coach Kyle Shanahan should feel comfortable enough to play him against the Chiefs.
If the 49ers and McCaffrey decide he's not ready to go against the Chiefs, his next chance to make his debut would be Sunday, Oct. 30 against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.
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If McCaffrey debuts against the Rams, that would bode well for the 49ers as his last game as a member of the Panthers came against Los Angeles last Sunday. He carried the ball 13 times for 69 yards and caught seven passes for 89 yards.
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McCaffrey's production against the Rams is exactly why they acquired him, and the hope is he can be ready to play in some capacity against the Chiefs.