We may have an explanation as to why the 49ers stockpiled running backs in the draft. It was a position which, while not exceedingly deep, didn't seem like a glaring need. Now we have a fuller picture.
49ers get bad news on Jeff Wilson Jr. as running back competition opens up
May 25, 2021 at 5:40 PM
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