The San Francisco 49ers added depth at running back and safety with one-year signings of Sincere McCormick and Patrick McMorris, three days after the NFL Draft. McCormick, a 25-year-old running back who spent time on multiple practice squads and appeared in 5 games for the Raiders in 2024, is joining a crowded 49ers backfield led by Christian McCaffrey and supplemented by recent draftees Kaelon Black, Jordan James, and Isaac Guerendo. The move signals a competitive shift behind McCaffrey as the 49ers anticipate the 2026 season, especially after losing backup RB Brian Robinson Jr. in free agency.
McMorris, a former sixth-round pick by the Miami Dolphins in 2024, brings safety depth to a position where the 49ers already have Ji’Ayir Brown and Malik Mustapha, with Marquise Sigle also in the mix. The signing could provide insurance at safety if the team does not add more veterans this offseason, following the absence of a draft weekend addition to the unit.
Key takeaways:
– McCormick adds veteran depth to San Francisco’s running back room behind a young, developing group.
– McMorris provides optionality at safety and could compete for backup snaps behind the starting trio.
– The moves align with the 49ers’ recent draft emphasis on running back depth and overall roster flexibility for the 2026 season.
