The San Francisco 49ers drafting a running back wasn’t expected or high on their list of priorities following an impressive free agency. Still, the move wasn’t entirely surprising, as the team has made it clear it wants to reduce Christian McCaffrey’s workload to keep him fresh, explosive, and perhaps most importantly, healthy. With that in mind, the 49ers used a third-round pick on Kaelon Black , adding another option to an already crowded running back room. The selection increases competition ahead of final roster cuts, giving the team multiple backfield options as they shape their 53-man roster in the coming months. Kyle Shanahan explains the decision to draft Kaelon Black Indiana's Kaelon Black answers questions at Media Day during the College Football Playoff on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.…