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49ers draft RB Kaelon Black at No. 90

sportsApr 25, 202623177

The San Francisco 49ers selected Indiana running back Kaelon Black with the 90th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft after trading down. Black rushed 186 times for 1,040 yards (5.6 yards per carry) and scored 10 touchdowns in 2025, finishing as one of two 1,000-yard rushers at Indiana. Scouts praised his north-south power, contact balance, and a reliable Senior Bowl showing, labeling him a well-rounded complementary back. The pick adds physical depth behind Christian McCaffrey and fits Kyle Shanahan’s preference for mid-round running backs WHO can handle short-yardage and rotational work.

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