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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

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.

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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.

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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.

Besides already having a versatile offensive weapon in Deebo Samuel, the fans are ecstatic to add CMC to the squad as well.

To show the extent of talent possessed by CMC, look at this fan who thinks the RB can do it all.

This tweet from a fan catches the reaction of the NFL world pretty well.

According to this person, CMC was simply cooking yesterday.

This fan even shared the only three times this hat-trick of touchdowns has taken place.

Last but not the least, everyone can appreciate this x-ray of CMC from the night.

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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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