Christian McCaffrey was a fan favorite in Carolina. And it seems the running back is becoming popular among the fans in San Francisco as well. Following his move to the 49ers earlier this month, the RB has generated a lot of hope for the Niners faithful. Besides his shifty, rushing abilities, he is also a useful receiver. Further showcasing more of his talents against the LA Rams. CMC has driven the fans crazy over his historic performance in week 8.
CMC HAS A PASSING, RUSHING, AND RECEIVING TD 🤯
He's the first player since 2005 to do this, per @FieldYates pic.twitter.com/gH7OJ3relW
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 30, 2022
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On Sunday, McCaffrey became the first player since 2005, to score a receiving touchdown, a passing touchdown and a rushing touchdown as well. The 49ers visited the SoFi stadium in Los Angeles to play the Rams in an important game.
While Garoppolo had a decent game, it was the newly acquired RB who lit up the stadium with his performance. In addition to 94 rushing yards on 18 carries, the player also made eight receptions for 55 yards. With his highlight being a 34-yard pass, he threw for a touchdown. By the end of the game, he had three TDs, all coming in different facets of the offense.
Fans go wild after seeing Christian McCaffrey
It was the first time since 2005 that a player had done this. It pleased many fans to see him. While this fan felt he was already creating history as a Niner.
CMC been in San Fran for 10 minutes and already making history, respect
— The NBA Expert (@RealNBAExpert) October 30, 2022
Besides already having a versatile offensive weapon in Deebo Samuel, the fans are ecstatic to add CMC to the squad as well.
Now just thing, 49ers got 2 elite weapons
— @PrestonGrimes (@PrestonGrimes15) October 30, 2022
To show the extent of talent possessed by CMC, look at this fan who thinks the RB can do it all.
Christian Jackson McCaffrey is the best QB WR and RB on the 49ers right now!
— JahNuhThun Dee The One And Only (@JahNuhThun_Dee) October 30, 2022
This tweet from a fan catches the reaction of the NFL world pretty well.
Christian Mcaffery throwing TD’s, running all over the field, and catching TD’s pic.twitter.com/yxHCZxH8uM
— JAY® (@JayLGK) October 30, 2022
According to this person, CMC was simply cooking yesterday.
christian mcaffery 😢 pic.twitter.com/1Jm9FHdQfH
— BIG STEPPER BIGPAPI_B (@BigPapi_B) October 30, 2022
This fan even shared the only three times this hat-trick of touchdowns has taken place.
Only 3 times since NFL-AFL merger in 1970. pic.twitter.com/6af9HWKB1r
— Chris Faulkner (@fxtxgreensboro) October 30, 2022
Last but not the least, everyone can appreciate this x-ray of CMC from the night.
— Matt🇲🇽 (@Mattfm8) October 30, 2022
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An excellent move by the 49ers
The former first-round pick was a valued asset for the Carolina Panthers, but due to constant injury problems and instabilities surrounding the team itself, he was only selected to the Pro Bowl and First-Team All-Pro once in the 2019 season. When he had more than 1000 yards in, both rushing and receiving.
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However, after six years, they finally traded the star away to the 49ers earlier this month. The move shocked the NFL experts and fans equally. And while the injury record still creates reasonable doubt about the player. If he can manage to sustain his fitness, it will no doubt turn out to be a fantastic trade for the Red and Gold.
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