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Oct 30, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) celebrates the victory against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 30, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) celebrates the victory against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
Christian McCaffrey is the new NFL record-breaker! In the ever-evolving world of NFL records, Christian McCaffrey has burst onto the scene, toppling a legendary mark set by none other than Jerry Rice back in 1987. The question on everyone’s mind: Has McCaffrey truly outshined the iconic “World”?
For 36 long years, Jerry Rice held the cherished title of the franchise record for most consecutive games with a touchdown. But, at just 27 years old, McCaffrey, a two-time Pro Bowl sensation, did the unthinkable. He broke Rice’s seemingly unbreakable record…
Touchdown Titan with 13 games in a row!
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Jerry Rice, affectionately known as “World,” earned his stripes with the San Francisco 49ers, clinching three Super Bowl titles during his illustrious career. But it was in 1987, during a strike-shortened season, that Rice set the record that seemed destined to stand forever: 22 receiving touchdowns in a twelve-game streak.
History for Christian McCaffrey: A TD in 13 straight games, which breaks Jerry's Rice 49ers record.
McCaffrey's streak dates back to the 49ers' 2022 win over Miami — when Brock Purdy became the team's top quarterback. SF has only lost once during CMC's streak, when Purdy got…
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) October 1, 2023
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But, the Athletic’s David Lombardi delivered the news: “History for Christian McCaffrey: A TD in 13 straight games, which breaks Jerry’s Rice 49ers record.” In a feat of sheer determination, McCaffrey overtook Rice’s record, marking his touchdown territory with 13 consecutive games.
Lombardi also pointed out that McCaffrey’s amazing run began during the Niners’ 2022 win over the Dolphins when Brock Purdy took over as the signal-caller. Incredibly, the Niners suffered only one defeat during CMC’s run, proving his consistent dominance.
McCaffrey’s excellence didn’t stop with shattering records, though. He snagged the coveted honor of NFC Offensive Player of the Month for September for his performance in the first three games of the 2023 season. This marks McCaffrey’s latest brush with NFL history!
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The 49ers are 4-0 and counting
Fast forward to the 2023 season, and McCaffrey continued to dazzle with his dominance. In Week 1 against the Steelers, he racked up 152 yards on the ground, a TD, and 17 yards through the air. The highlight of the game was a jaw-dropping 65-yard scamper to the end zone, which not only displayed his skills but also highlighted the teamwork of his fellow Niners.
In Week 3, McCaffrey, facing the Giants, piled up 85 yards on the ground, punched in another TD, and added 34 yards as a receiver, showcasing his consistent brilliance. However, the crowning moment came in Week 4 when McCaffrey set a Niners record by finding pay dirt four times, leading his team to a convincing 35-16 win over the Cardinals. He finished the game with 106 yards on the ground, cementing his status as an unstoppable force in the 2023 NFL season.
With a perfect 4-0 record after week 4, the Niners are riding high on McCaffrey’s wave of excellence. Is he the NFL’s new record-breaker? It sure looks that way.
