Christian McCaffrey's impressive 2023 season has hit a snag as he is currently on injured reserve due to an Achilles injury. The San Francisco 49ers' general manager, John Lynch, provided insights into the team's strategy for McCaffrey's recovery, emphasizing a careful approach to ramping him back up.
While the exact timeline for his return remains uncertain, McCaffrey is expected to miss at least two more weeks, with a potential comeback in Week 6 against the Seattle Seahawks. Meanwhile, wide receiver Deebo Samuel may also miss the upcoming game against the New England Patriots due to a calf strain.