San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey etched his name into NFL history on Sunday, surpassing Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk for the most receiving touchdowns by a running back in the Super Bowl era. Entering the 2026 season tied with Faulk at 36 career receiving scores, McCaffrey claimed sole possession of the record during a 38-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The historic 12-yard catch from quarterback Brock Purdy came with 5:15 remaining in the second quarter, effectively breaking the tie and cementing McCaffrey’s status as the most versatile dual-threat back in modern football.
49ers star extends San Francisco’s lead with historic milestone against Raiders
The milestone score extended the 49ers’ lead to 21-7 and marked McCaffrey’s second touchdown of the afternoon. He had already opened the scoring with a 1-yard rushing run to cap the team’s first offensive possession. Despite the record-breaking catch, McCaffrey’s production was efficient rather than explosive in volume, finishing the contest with 18 carries for 68 yards and two additional receptions for 19 yards. His performance was crucial in establishing early momentum for San Francisco, which controlled the game’s tempo throughout the first half.
This achievement also snapped a nine-game drought without a receiving touchdown for the 30-year-old. By passing Faulk’s long-standing mark, McCaffrey solidifies his legacy as the premier offensive weapon in the league, combining elite rushing ability with elite receiving threat. As the 49ers look to maintain their competitive edge in the 2026 season, McCaffrey’s continued evolution into a historic statistical outlier remains a central pillar of their offensive strategy.
Source: Yahoo Sports
