San Francisco 49ers release huge Christian McCaffrey update as star running back nears first game of the season

The 49ers have released a major injury update to Christian McCaffrey, with the running back yet to play this season due to Achilles tendon issues.

The defending NFC champions have been without McCaffrey for the first eight games as the 28-year-old is reportedly dealing with Achilles tendonitis in both legs.

Now, McCaffrey has finally come off the injured reserve list, with the team announcing that his practice window has opened.

According to the update, McCaffrey has a ‘real chance’ to play this weekend NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

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