No matter how one chooses to look at it, the San Francisco 49ers' once-vaunted rushing attack has been a shell of its former self over the first four weeks of 2025.
Sure, it's fair to argue whether All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey is losing a step after missing all but four games last year to lower-body injuries. And, at 29 years old, he's certainly approaching the twilight of his career, which frequently hits hard and fast for players at his position.
But the Niners' run-game woes extend far beyond CMC's lack of production. Through the air, at least, McCaffrey has been a factor.