49ers' Christian McCaffrey and Backup Jordan Mason Both Out with Injuries

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It's a tough break for the San Francisco 49ers as they lose not one, but two running backs to injury. Star player Christian McCaffrey has suffered a season-ending PCL injury, while his backup, Jordan Mason, will also miss at least four games due to a high-ankle sprain. With just five games remaining in the season, rookie Isaac Guerendo will now take over as the lead running back.

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