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San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey Speaks Out on Historic NFL Milestone

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San Francisco 49ers' Christian McCaffrey Speaks Out on Historic NFL Milestone 1

September 21, 2026 NFL, Featured, San Francisco 49ers

Christian McCaffrey reached another significant milestone during the San Francisco 49ers’ latest victory, further cementing his place among the NFL’s most productive offensive players. The veteran running back reached 100 career touchdowns in memorable fashion, adding another accomplishment to an already decorated career.

McCaffrey entered the game needing only one touchdown to reach the century mark and wasted little time reaching the milestone. He found the end zone on a rushing score, giving him 100 career touchdowns across his NFL tenure and placing him among an exclusive group of players to reach that figure.

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Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) carries the ball against the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth quarter of the game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

The accomplishment highlighted McCaffrey’s remarkable consistency as both a runner and receiver. Since entering the league, he has provided significant production from multiple positions in the offense, making him one of the most versatile weapons of his generation and a centerpiece of San Francisco’s attack.

Reaching 100 touchdowns also underscored how quickly McCaffrey has accumulated his numbers despite dealing with injuries during different stages of his career. His ability to return from setbacks and remain an impact player has allowed him to continue climbing the league’s all-time statistical rankings.

San Francisco 49ers Star Christian McCaffrey Reacts to Historic NFL Milestone

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Nov 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) walks on the field prior to the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

McCaffrey shared his thoughts about achieving a major milestone in the league. This can be seen in a video shared by the NFL’s official Instagram account.

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McCaffrey’s latest achievement also puts him within range of another notable milestone. With his touchdown total continuing to rise, the running back has an opportunity to strengthen his standing among the NFL’s most accomplished dual-threat players while adding to a resume that already includes multiple Pro Bowl selections and All-Pro honors.

The milestone carries significance beyond the number itself for a player who has built his reputation through versatility, durability and consistent production. McCaffrey’s continued success gives the 49ers another dependable offensive weapon while allowing him to further establish his legacy among the league’s elite playmakers.