Emulating Tom Brady, ‘Honored’ Christian McCaffrey Humbly Puts Team Wins Before Himself

Christian McCaffrey, the San Francisco 49ers running back, showcased his priority, and the NFL fans can’t stop appreciating him. The 49ers are in a dominant position in the 2023 NFL season. They hold the best record in the season, with 11 victories and just three losses. Subsequently, their players are portraying their best game. Be it QB Brock Purdy or RB McCaffrey, they are showing promise in their gameplay.

Moreover, McCaffrey displayed his true sportsmanship. Following his on-field performance and approach toward his team, McCaffrey is setting a benchmark with his selflessness. 

The 49ers RB sets a benchmark

The 49ers RB McCaffrey appeared on the Let’s Go podcast hosted by Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald, and Jim Gray and shared his thoughts on winning an MVP trophy.

When asked about winning an MVP trophy, McCaffrey said, “I just think even being in the conversation is an honor and specifically for that reason and the timing of it with, you know, running backs and, and some of the stuff. And I think when you look at the history of the NFL and running backs. Where we’re at now, every position. Other than a couple at some point has kind of had their dips.“

Following this, Tom Brady shared his thoughts on winning an MVP award and a Super Bowl ring. Brady said, “Celebrating the success with other players and the best moments weren’t accepting a trophy in MVP trophy was accepting a Super Bowl ring with, you know, all the people that played a part of that journey that out to the senior leadership on the team, the owners, the fans, the families, you know, that’s why we got into this game.” In the current season, McCaffrey has been displaying his A-Game, potentially leading his team to a Super Bowl victory.

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McCaffrey displaying his A-Game

The 49ers’ running back has scored 1,292 rushing and 509 receiving yards in this season. Moreover, he is the fourth player to score 1,000 rushing and 500 receiving yards in four or more seasons in his career. Adding to his achievements, since keeping his foot in the NFL landscape, McCaffrey scored 6,018 rushing and 4,265 receiving yards.

Significantly, the 49ers are leading the NFC West division. With such promising players on their roster, the 49ers are strong contenders for a Super Bowl victory. They have three more games left in the regular season until the playoffs. Meanwhile, let us know your thoughts on the 49ers avenging in the playoffs, and clinching a Super Bowl title.

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