Kaelon Black

San Francisco 49ers
Running Back

Personal

Age	25
Birthdate	October 17, 2001
Height	5'9"
Weight	211 lb

Draft

College	Indiana
Year	2026
Pick	Round: 3, Overall: 90
Team	SF

Fantasy Value

Player News

Kaelon Black: Kaelon Black Remains a Top Waiver Wire Stash Ahead of Week 10

Across eight games in 2026, San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Kaelon Black has recorded 68 carries for 303 yards and a touchdown. The 25-year-old has been productive on his opportunities, but his workload has been limited by the presence of star 49ers back Christian McCaffrey. As long as McCaffrey remains healthy, Black's production upside is capped. However, Black remains a high-end handcuff running back option for fantasy managers to stash off the waiver wire. He's also provided some standalone value in recent weeks, recording 23 carries for 133 yards and a touchdown over San Francisco's last two games. The 49ers could find themselves in a high-scoring affair in Week 10 against the Dallas Cowboys, which could put Black in position to see double-digit touches for a third straight game. In any league where he remains unrostered, Black profiles as a worthy waiver wire addition ahead of Week 10.

Nov. 14, 2026 5:00 AM EST