Drafting Indiana running back Kaelon Black in the third round with the No. 90 overall pick was an unexpected selection by the San Francisco 49ers. What's even more surprising is that the 49ers ranked Black as the second-best running back of the 2026 NFL draft. It makes their evaluation process of Black extremely intriguing. Thankfully, offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak was asked at his press conference on Thursday about what stood out with Black that enticed the 49ers to draft him in the third round. What drew the 49ers to Kaelon Black Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers running back Kaelon Black (8) rushes the ball Miami Hurricanes in the first half during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images “He's a guy who, he really grew on us over time.…