Christian McCaffrey Fantasy Football Week 12 Scouting Report

Christian McCaffrey
RB
, San Francisco 49ers

Age: 29
Weight: 210 lbs
Height: 5' 11"
College: Stanford

ADP: 7
Depth Chart Ranking: 1

Pts	RuYds	RuTD	Rec	RecYds
209.9	707	6	74	732

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by Bob Harris

· Jul 12, 2023 · 1:10 PM EDT

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - 2023 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside
This just in: Christian McCaffrey is really good. Let's review... Six weeks into the 2022 season, the Panthers traded McCaffrey to the 49ers. At the time of the deal, San Francisco was 3-3 and struggling to find offensive consistency. The team won 12 straight after McCaffrey became the starter before losing in the NFC Championship Game against the Eagles -- which came with Brock Purdy suffering an elbow injury that essentially incapacitated the offense. QB aside, before McCaffrey came on board, the Niners ranked 19th in the NFL in points scored per game (20.3), 18th in yards per game (340.2) and expected points added (minus-0.05). After McCaffrey's arrival, the 49ers ranked second (with 29.8 points), fourth (with 379.6 yards) and second (with and EPA of 7.4) in those same categories. Over the final six weeks of the season, McCaffrey ran 101 times for 505 yards and four touchdowns while also catching 27 passes for 262 yards and three touchdowns. There's your upside.

Fantasy Downside
McCaffrey's injury history is something people talk about. He's missed of 23 of 97 career games. All of those absences came in 2020 and 2021. So it's been an issue. But he's been healthy and available far more often than not. Another issue, one that should be more worrisome than the injury history, is the 49ers' loaded offense. There are a lot of mouths to feed here. It could lead to weeks of less robust usage.

2023 Bottom Line
When you're drafting early, you should be looking for leverage over the field. McCaffrey averaged 22.2 PPR points per game in his final 10 games in San Francisco, including five outings with at least 25 PPR points. That's the leverage I'm talking about. McCaffrey's three-down skill-set in this running back friendly offense give him a strong claim to RB1 status and the No. 1 overall spot for 2023.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 28, 2022 · 7:00 PM EST

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - Week 17 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 at Las Vegas Raiders

Christian McCaffrey was held to 46 yards on the ground last week against the Commanders, but he scored his 11th touchdown of the season and added 12 yards on a pair of receptions. He’s now scored at least one touchdown in four straight games.

That matchup doesn’t get any better than this week for McCaffrey. The Raiders rank dead last in aFPA to opposing running backs. He’s dealing with a knee, but he’s expected to start. Assuming he’s good to go, he’s a must-start in all leagues. We have him ranked as an elite option once again.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 22, 2022 · 2:52 PM EST

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - Week 16 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 vs. Washington Commanders

Christian McCaffrey had another great game last week, gaining 138 yards and a touchdown on 26 carries and six receptions. McCaffrey now has at least one touchdown in each of his last three games. The 49ers are going to have a hard time keeping him off the field now that they get an every-week look at how dynamic he is.

This week, McCaffrey has a tough matchup against the Commanders, who rank fifth in aFPA to opposing running backs. Still, McCaffrey’s usage and his versatility make him a must-start every game, regardless of opponent. We have him ranked inside our top three running backs this week. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 14, 2022 · 11:43 AM EST

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - Week 15 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 at Seattle Seahawks

Christian McCaffrey had a great game last week in a lopsided victory over the Buccaneers. He had 119 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries and added 34 yards and another score on a pair of receptions. This was despite the 49ers essentially running the clock out with Jordan Mason for much of the final quarter.

McCaffrey should thrive once again this week against Seattle. The Seahawks rank 30th in aFPA to opposing running backs and the offense should run through McCaffrey, particularly with Deebo Samuel expected to miss time. He’s a must-start, with explosion potential in any given game, and we have him ranked as our top overall running back for Week 15.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 06, 2022 · 4:46 PM EST

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - Week 14 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Christian McCaffrey had a nice game against the Dolphins last week, gaining 148 total yards from scrimmage and scoring a touchdown on 17 carries and eight receptions. He also had 10 targets and didn’t seem to suffer at all from the quarterback change to rookie Brock Purdy. That’s a great sign, considering Jimmy Garoppolo will miss the rest of the season with a foot injury.

This week, McCaffrey faces a Buccaneers defense that ranks 14th in aFPA to opposing running backs. McCaffrey’s usage and talent in all aspects of the offense make him a must-start regardless of the matchup, but expect high-end production in this one. We have McCaffrey ranked as a solid RB1 and he should be active in all leagues.

by Brandon Niles

· Nov 29, 2022 · 5:06 PM EST

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - Week 13 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 13 vs. Miami Dolphins

Christian McCaffrey was held to just 32 yards on 11 carries last week and is dealing with a knee irritation that has him day-to-day right now. He added four receptions for 17 yards, but it was a disappointing day overall for McCaffrey managers.

This week, McCaffrey faces a Dolphins defense that ranks 18th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Watch the injury reports carefully for any signs of him missing the contest, but if he’s active, he should get a steady workload - especially with Elijah Mitchell now out for an extended period. Start him as a solid RB1 option in all formats.

by Brandon Niles

· Nov 22, 2022 · 3:44 PM EST

SF RB Christian McCaffrey - Week 12 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 12 vs. New Orleans Saints

Christian McCaffrey didn’t find the end zone last week and he was held to 39 yards on seven rushing attempts. However, he caught all seven of his targets, adding 67 receiving yards and turning in a solid fantasy performance in the end. Featuring McCaffrey in the passing game while sprinkling in a handful of carries has been good for the team, and probably for McCaffrey’s longevity as well and the 49ers’ offense has been humming since he’s been added to the roster.

Expect McCaffrey to continue to be featured this week in an average matchup against the Saints, who rank 16th in aFPA to opposing running backs. The 49ers seem to have found a nice split with McCaffrey and second-year back Elijah Mitchell, without limiting McCaffrey’s fantasy potential. His receptions and touchdown upside make him a must-start every week and we have him ranked as a RB1 option again in Week 12.