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Christian McCaffrey Jokes About Feeling Pressure as No. 1 Pick in Fantasy Football

Christian McCaffrey’s 2019 season was spectacularly special. The Panthers superstar joined Marshall Faulk and Roger Craig as the third back in league history to eclipse the 1,000 yard mark in both the rushing and receiving category. He also set the single-season reception record for a running back by hauling in 116 passes.

With those type of stats, it’s no wonder why he’s coming off the board in nearly every fantasy football draft as the top overall selection.

Sports Illustrated had the opportunity to speak with McCaffrey over the phone and asked him how he felt about being the No.