Kaelon Black, RB #26
Player Information
Height: 5-9
Weight: 208
Born: 10/17/2001
College: Indiana
2026 Cap: $1,241,686
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black has impressed Greg Cosell, who believes the third-round pick could emerge as Christian McCaffrey's top backup.
Posted Jun 11 at 10:05 AM • Share
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49ers new RB Kaelon Black is EXPLOSIVE Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) April 25, 2026
Updated Jun 5 at 5:19 PM • Share
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49ers star George Kittle is already impressed by rookie RB Kaelon Black, praising his speed, maturity. "I like old rookies because they're ready to play."
Posted Jun 5 at 1:40 PM • Share
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49ers RB coach Bobby Turner outlines what rookie Kaelon Black must improve before training camp as he competes for a role in 2026.
Posted Jun 2 at 7:16 PM • Share
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49ers mailbag: Will rookie Kaelon Black make an impact? Plus free-agent rumors, Jacob Cowing's future, and why the defense should improve in 2026.
Posted May 30 at 8:37 AM • Share
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black is impressing coaches and teammates at OTAs with his running ability and emerging pass-catching skills.
Posted May 29 at 9:53 AM • Share
From the Web › SI.com
To make it back to the Super Bowl this upcoming season, the 49ers will need at least one of their rookies to play extremely well. Ideally, that rookie will be running...
Posted May 26 at 2:00 PM • Share
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black looks to silence critics after being drafted in the third round, aiming to break the team's recent running back struggles.
Posted May 26 at 10:10 AM • Share
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49ers veteran Kyle Juszczyk praises rookie Kaelon Black's physique, athleticism, and early offseason buzz as the third-round pick turns heads in San Francisco.
Posted May 22 at 12:17 PM • Share
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San Francisco 49ers rookies De' Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black showed off their new uniforms at the NFLPA Rookie Premiere ahead of OTAs.
Posted May 19 at 1:28 PM • Share
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black says he can be a dual-threat weapon after minicamp debut, aiming to carve out a role behind Christian McCaffrey in 2026 season.
Posted May 8 at 6:18 PM • Share
From the Web › Pro Football Talk
The 49ers have started signing their 2026 draft picks. Six of their eight selections are now under contract, including second-rounder De'Zhaun Stribling. The 49ers...
Posted May 8 at 12:40 PM • Share
From the Web › NFL.com
The San Francisco 49ers selected running back Kaelon Black with a third-round pick, receiving criticism for the pick in the aftermath of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Posted May 8 at 4:00 AM • Share
From the Web › Pro Football Talk
The 49ers used the 90th overall pick on Indiana running back Kaelon Black, drawing criticism from draft analysts who labeled his third-round selection a reach. Both...
Posted May 7 at 4:20 PM • Share
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black responds to draft backlash after being labeled a reach. The third-round pick says he's motivated to prove San Francisco right.
Posted May 7 at 10:05 AM • Share
From the Web › 49ers.com
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Posted May 7 at 10:00 AM • Share
From the Web › 49ers.com
Get to know the San Francisco 49ers newest running back Kaelon Black, from his career journey to his hobbies and more.
Posted May 6 at 2:40 PM • Share
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49ers rookies WR De'Zhaun Stribling and RB Kaelon Black will attend the 2026 NFLPA Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles, where they'll take part in business development...
Posted May 6 at 1:20 PM • Share
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black is gaining sleeper buzz for 2026 fantasy football. Here's why he could emerge behind Christian McCaffrey this season.
Posted May 5 at 9:59 AM • Share
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49ers draft plans may have forced Seahawks to act early on a RB. Why Seattle feared San Francisco's move and what it reveals about Kaelon Black.
Posted May 4 at 4:22 PM • Share
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49ers draft RB Kaelon Black in Round 3 sparked debate. Was it a reach or a smart move? Breaking down the pick, value, and his potential impact.
Posted May 4 at 12:12 PM • Share
From the Web › NFL.com
Indianaâ??s Kaelon Black became the sixth running back picked by the Niners over the last six drafts. Unsurprisingly optimistic that Black can succeed where other...
Posted May 3 at 2:00 PM • Share
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49ers fans questioned the Kaelon Black pick, but his elite pass blocking, culture fit, and receiving upside could make him a key contributor than expected.
Posted May 2 at 11:51 AM • Share
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Two 49ers rookies, De' Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black, earn NFLPA Rookie Premiere invites in LA, boosting early NFL exposure and marketing opportunities.
Posted Apr 30 at 4:33 PM • Share
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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says Kaelon Black was the No. 2 RB on their board, explaining why San Francisco drafted him earlier than expected.
Posted Apr 30 at 2:48 PM • Share
From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
Stacy Black would routinely awaken in the middle of the night and find her son following a familiar pattern.En route to the kitchen for a glass of water, she would see...
Posted Apr 30 at 2:40 PM • Share
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49ers rookie Kaelon Black faces scrutiny, but his role in easing Christian McCaffrey's workload could be vital to San Francisco's offense.
Posted Apr 29 at 4:08 PM • Share
From the Web › NFL.com
NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund and Brian Baldinger analyze the picks by the San Francisco 49ers for wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and running back Kaelon...
Posted Apr 28 at 4:06 PM • Share
From the Web › Touchdown Wire
The 49ers selected Kaelon Black in the NFL draft. What is his realistic 2026 fantasy outlook, and how might he impact his RB teammates?
Posted Apr 28 at 6:20 AM • Share
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49ers draft picks analyzed: experts name Romello Height the best, Kaelon Black the worst, and Carver Willis the most intriguing pick in 2026 class.
Posted Apr 27 at 10:34 AM • Share
From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
SANTA CLARA — The football world was surprised when the 49ers selected a running back in the 2026 NFL Draft’s third round, but coach Kyle Shanahan explained...
Posted Apr 26 at 2:40 PM • Share
From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
SANTA CLARA — The 49ers shocked much of the football world with their selection of Kaelon Black at pick No. 90 of the 2026 NFL Draft — but John Lynch was...
Posted Apr 25 at 12:20 PM • Share
From the Web › San Francisco Standard
On a busy Day 2, the 49ers added receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and edge rusher Romello Height before taking a big swing on Indiana's Kaelon Black.
Posted Apr 25 at 6:20 AM • Share
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San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters after Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Additionally, draft picks Romello...
Posted Apr 24 at 10:10 PM • Share
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5 things to know about 49ers RB Kaelon Black, a physical third-round pick from Indiana—his production, blocking ability, scheme fit, and surprising rise.
Posted Apr 24 at 9:28 PM • Share
From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
The 49ers seem to be placing a priority on reducing the workload for running back Christian McCaffrey during the upcoming 2026 NFL season.Now, the 49ers have another...
Posted Apr 24 at 9:20 PM • Share
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49ers GM John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan defend drafting De' Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black despite criticism. Why San Francisco stood firm.
Posted Apr 24 at 9:19 PM • Share
From the Web › NFL.com
The San Francisco 49ers select Indiana Hoosiers running back Kaelon Black in Round 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft with the No. 90 overall pick (via a trade with the Miami...
Posted Apr 24 at 8:05 PM • Share