Quarterbacks aside, the 49ers’ first open practice this offseason offered revelations at cornerback and wide receiver, and a reminder at how elite Christian McCaffrey is.
on the field. What was stunning: busy work for a seventh-year veteran who flourished in the 49ers’ offense upon last October’s trade from Carolina. McCaffrey caught two Lance passes in a four-snap span, and he ripped off two runs in the 11-on-11, no-helmet period. Mitchell and fellow understudies Jordan Mason and Ty Davis-Price also had their moments, though Davis-Price did drop a pass.
San Francisco 49er’s Christian McCaffery catches the ball during a practice session at the 49er’s practice facility at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Rookie Jake Moody got his kicks in first, and he made good from 33-, 38-, 43-, but not a 48-yard attempt with the bay breeze at his back. Zane Gonzalez matched Moody.
Speaking of kickers, the 49ers also attracted to Moody in the third round for his kickoff potential, and Shanahan said their “philosophy” on kickoffs must be further discussed after the NFL passed a rule Tuesday in which fair catches inside the 25-yard line will, well, result in spots at the 25.Veterans Nick Bosa and Javon Hargrave weren’t present, and while that’s not alarming, their absence afforded more looks for others. Drake Jackson and Clelin Ferrell were the first-string defensive ends.
San Francisco 49er’s Colton McKivitz walks on the field during a practice session at the 49er’s practice facility at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
San Francisco 49er’s quarterback Sam Darnold throws the ball during a practice session at the 49er’s practice facility at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. No sign of Talanoa Hufanga, a day after he participated with 20 teammates in a fundraising kickball game against the San Jose Police Department. So, it was George Odum on the first string with Tashaun Gipson Sr., whose blitz on a play was a sign of defensive coordinator Steve Wilks’ more aggressive promise.
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