The San Francisco 49ers are signaling a potential shift in their roster construction, and Christian McCaffrey could be on his way out. With the team making cuts to several key players, including Kyle Juszczyk, Maliek Collins, Javon Hargrave, and Leonard Floyd, it’s clear they’re looking to get younger and more flexible. Trading McCaffrey would further this goal, allowing them to acquire valuable draft capital and free up cap space.
The Las Vegas Raiders, under Pete Carroll and with Geno Smith at quarterback, are looking to build a more competitive team. They need a reliable running back, and McCaffrey, despite his recent injury, is still a very talented player who can contribute in both the running and passing game.
This trade would make sense for both teams. The 49ers would get younger and acquire draft picks, while the Raiders would get a proven playmaker who could help them compete in the AFC West. While McCaffrey is coming off an injury, a change of scenery and a chance to be a key part of an offense could be just what he needs to get back to his All-Pro form.
