Kaelon Black - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Back to full practice Thursday Black (illness) upgraded to a full practice Thursday, Harrison Rich of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Black was limited Wednesday but appears to be fine ahead of Sunday's Week 5 date with the Seahawks. The rookie running back has plodded to 2.5 yards per carry over the last three weeks and is merely a bench stash in fantasy as Christian McCaffrey's top backup.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

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2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Limited by illness Wednesday Black (illness) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Black should be fine to handle his normal role Sunday against the Seahawks as Christian McCaffrey's direct backup. The rookie running back has turned 20 carries into just 55 yards (2.75 YPC) over the last three games following a strong Week 1 debut in Australia against the Rams.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Inefficient in Week 4 win Black turned six carries into 13 yards during the 49ers' 24-14 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

Impact Black's longest carry of the day went for five yards, with four of his other touches going for two yards or fewer. With Christian McCaffrey clearly leading the backfield, Black's workload will be volatile on a week-to-week basis and dependant on game script. The 49ers will hit the road for Week 5 in an NFC West showdown against the 3-1 Seahawks.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

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OCTOBER 2 • NINERNOISE.COM

Sees workload dip vs. Arizona Black turned four carries into 17 yards and failed to haul in his lone target during the 49ers' 36-30 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

Impact Black accumulated 95 scrimmage yards on 22 touches through the first two games of the regular season and was a regular rotational piece in the offense behind Christian McCaffrey. However, Black observed most of Sunday's game from the sidelines, seeing the field for only eight of the 49ers' 54 offensive snaps (14.8 percent) compared to McCaffrey's 45 snaps. Keeping McCaffrey healthy is a top priority for the 49ers, so Black figures to see more playing time moving forward compared to what he had in Week 3. The 49ers will remain home for Week 4 to host the Broncos this Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 28 • Associated Press

Seven touches to CMC's 14 Black (groin) rushed seven times for 25 yards and wasn't targeted in Sunday's 35-13 win over the Dolphins.

Impact Black suited up for his second NFL game after being listed as questionable coming into the game. He actually had two more rushing yards than Christian McCaffrey, but McCaffrey scored two touchdowns on 10 carries and added four catches for 43 yards. Black is poised to continue splitting the rushing workload with CMC in Week 3 against the Cardinals, though McCaffrey remains the preferred option in valuable goal-line and passing situations.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Eddy Piñeiro, Kaelon Black Available vs. Dolphins; Inactives for Week 2 #MIAvsSF Take a look at players who have been ruled out for the San Francisco 49ers Week 2 matchup versus the Miami Dolphins.

SEPTEMBER 20 • 49ERS.COM

Kaelon Black active for 49ers vs. Dolphins is secretly good news for 2nd-year pro The 49ers had Kaelon Black on their injury report, but he'll play against the Dolphins, yet that's not bad news for Jordan James, per se.

SEPTEMBER 20 • NINERNOISE.COM

Active as expected Sunday Black (groin) is active for Sunday's Week 2 matchup against the Dolphins, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The rookie running back was reported to be trending up for Sunday's contest earlier in the day, and his availability has now been made official. Black will therefore once again serve as the primary backup to Christian McCaffrey, a role that afforded the former 15 touches (14 carries, one reception) across 28 snaps in a Week 1 win over the Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

On track to play Sunday Black (groin) is on track to play Sunday against the Dolphins, Adam reports.

Impact Black popped up on Thursday's injury report as a limited participant due to a groin injury, and he was given a questionable designation after getting in another limited session Friday. While there is reason to believe he will take the field Sunday, his availability will not be confirmed until the 49ers release their inactives 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 19 • 49ERS.COM

De'Zhaun Stribling OUT, Kaelon Black and Eddy Piñeiro Questionable vs. Dolphins; Injury Report Ahead of #MIAvsSF The San Francisco 49ers released their latest injury updates headed into the home opener contest against the Miami Dolphins.

SEPTEMBER 19 • 49ERS.COM

Shanahan Provides Injury Updates Ahead of Week 2 vs. Dolphins San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided injury updates on WR De'Zhaun Stribling, RB Kaelon Black, and others, discussed the te...

SEPTEMBER 18 • 49ERS.COM

Questionable for Sunday Black (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Black made a surprise appearance on Thursday's practice report as limited due to a groin issue, and he wasn't able to do enough Friday to enter the weekend without a designation for Week 2 action. His status may not be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but if Black is inhibited or sidelined, Jordan James would be the primary reserve RB behind starter Christian McCaffrey.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Black was limited at Thursday's practice due to a groin injury, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Black did not show up on Wednesday's injury report, but he was unable to get a full session in a day later. The extent of his injury is uncertain, but his status will be updated again Friday when the 49ers release their final report before Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

The 49ers return from dominating win in Australia to take on the Dolphins in home opener

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SEPTEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Shanahan Talks Stribling's Injury, Breaks Down Week 1 Win Over Rams San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided an update on WR De'Zhaun Stribling's injury, praised the performance of rookie RB Kael...

SEPTEMBER 16 • 49ERS.COM

Kaelon Black And Chris Brooks Lead Our Fantasy Football Running Back Streamers For Week 2 The top fantasy football streaming options at running back for Week 2.

SEPTEMBER 16 • SI.COM

Kaelon Black vindicated 49ers for drafting him early in more ways than one After much criticism for drafting Kaelon Black early, the 49ers have several reasons to be thankful for adding him to their roster.

SEPTEMBER 16 • NINERNOISE.COM

Wentz, Black, Douglas among fantasy football add/drops for Week 2 - UPI.com Carson Wentz, Kaelon Black and Caleb Douglas are among UPI senior sports writer Alex Butler's fantasy football waiver wire priorities for We...

SEPTEMBER 15 • UPI.COM

Fantasy Football FAAB Report: Bryce Young, Kaelon Black, and 6 More Week 2 Waiver Wire Adds Bryce Young and Kaelon Black headline the top players to spend FAAB on in fantasy football entering Week 2.

SEPTEMBER 15 • SI.COM

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