McCaffrey, Juszczyk Boost 49ers After Injury-Plagued Year

The San Francisco 49ers are seeking to recover from a disappointing 6-11 season, which was largely impacted by key injuries, notably to star running back Christian McCaffrey, who missed most of 2024 with calf, Achilles, and PCL issues. McCaffrey has now returned to full health and is viewed by teammates and coaches as a potential game-changer for the offense. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk, who was briefly released before re-signing on a two-year, $7.5 million deal, highlighted McCaffrey's importance and described his own free agency as 'the worst three days of my life.' The team faces ongoing roster changes and a transitioning defense, making the renewed health and leadership of McCaffrey and Juszczyk especially crucial. The 49ers are entering training camp with optimism, aiming to leverage their offensive core for a return to playoff and Super Bowl contention. Their efforts are further motivated by the prospect of a championship at Levi's Stadium.