Who Should I Start? Christian McCaffrey or Marlon Mack


Week 1 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
20.0 65.0 0.5 4.8 39.0 0.3

Christian McCaffrey News

Christian McCaffrey Remains an Elite Fantasy Option in 2026

Friday, September 4, 6:00 AM

San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is aiming to overcome the "400-touch rule" in 2026. McCaffrey was incredible in 2025, totaling 311 carries for 1,202 yards and 10 touchdowns, and adding 102 receptions for 924 yards and seven touchdowns through the air. Despite not being efficient on the ground last season, McCaffrey made up for it with elite receiving production, and he is the main reason fantasy managers should not fade the star this season. Now, fantasy managers are worried about the health of the 30-year-old back after a massive workload last season, but he's never faced a major injury that required a lengthy recovery. The addition of Kaelon Black as the backup running back shouldn't affect McCaffrey's receiving or goal-line workload. If the 49ers star running back stays healthy in 2026, he will be a contender for the RB1 overall.


Week 1 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Marlon Mack News

Joins forces with Arizona

Friday, August 4, 10:47 AM

The Cardinals signed Mack to a one-year contract Friday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.


Christian McCaffrey vs. Marlon Mack

Still trying to decide between McCaffrey and Mack? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Christian McCaffrey is projected to score 20.0 points this week while Marlon Mack is projected to score 0.0 points.