The San Francisco 49ers sent shockwaves across the NFL with the news that they had traded for Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey. It wasn't cheap. The Niners, already without a first-round pick, figure to not do much work in next year's draft after trading their second-, third-, and fourth-round picks in 2023, plus a fifth-rounder in 2024 for the running back.

The 49ers shared the following post from the team's official Twitter account.


Several 49ers players, including quarterback Trey Lance, reacted to the news on social media.


Some former 49ers players were also shocked by the news.



This should make head coach Kyle Shanahan's Friday press conference very interesting. He is scheduled to speak with reporters after the afternoon practice.

A few 49ers beat writers have already weighed in on the story.


Even McCaffrey's alma mater had something to say.



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