Running back Christian McCaffrey's health has been a significant storyline for the San Francisco 49ers, but Kyle Shanahan isn't concerned about the running back's previous injury heading into the second half of the season.
McCaffrey entered Week 9 with a minor hamstring injury, but he looked plenty healthy Sunday. The veteran helped San Francisco cruise to a 38-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders and finished with 68 rushing yards on 18 carries, adding a rushing touchdown and a receiving touchdown in the victory.
After the game, Shanahan was asked whether there was any hesitation about how much to use McCaffrey considering the injury he dealt with before the team's bye week.
"No. I actually forgot about it," Shanahan said. "He had a good bye week,
and he told me before the bye week in Christian style not to worry about it at all; he'll be fine, and he looked good all week."
That confidence was reflected in McCaffrey's workload against Las Vegas. He was involved throughout the game, contributing as both a runner and receiver while helping San Francisco establish control offensively.
The 49ers ran the ball 43 times for 190 yards, with rookie Kaelon Black adding 70 yards on 11 carries. Brock Purdy also contributed 40 rushing yards and a touchdown as San Francisco consistently found success on the ground.
McCaffrey's ability to remain available is particularly important for a San Francisco offense that relies heavily on his versatility. And because of the number of injuries the 49ers offense has already endured this year. Sunday's performance was another reminder of what he brings when healthy.
This article originally appeared on Niners Wire: Kyle Shanahan isn't worried about Christian McCaffrey's injury anymore
