The San Francisco 49ers celebrated the return of running back Christian McCaffrey, who played a crucial role in their narrow 23-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite his return, the 49ers struggled on the ground, with McCaffrey only managing 39 yards on 13 carries against a formidable Buccaneers defense.

However, McCaffrey excelled in the passing game, contributing six receptions for 68 yards, helping quarterback Brock Purdy throw for 353 yards. Coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged the need for careful management of McCaffrey's workload as the team aims for a playoff push. While the win was important, the 49ers must improve their overall performance to meet their Super Bowl aspirations.