Jerick 'Jet' McKinnon is a Chief.

This was from an article by PFF looking at upcoming training camps. May be a good indicator of why Shanahan thought he was worth the investment. Not only does he have the potential to improve the receiving game out of the backfield but also upgrades the protection.

"Head coach Kyle Shanahan will be looking for Jerick McKinnon, signed to a lucrative deal in free agency, to upgrade a backfield that was arguably the league's worst in the passing game a season ago. During his final season in Minnesota, McKinnon was one of only three qualifying running backs to earn receiving and pass-blocking grades of 75.0 or higher"

Gurley signed an extension for 15M/yr. Its the way of the future. Top RBs will start getting paid.

Jet's contract won't be top-10 in a year. In a couple years and if he's performing well, he'll look like a bargain.

Originally posted by 49ers81:

This was from an article by PFF looking at upcoming training camps. May be a good indicator of why Shanahan thought he was worth the investment. Not only does he have the potential to improve the receiving game out of the backfield but also upgrades the protection.

"Head coach Kyle Shanahan will be looking for Jerick McKinnon, signed to a lucrative deal in free agency, to upgrade a backfield that was arguably the league's worst in the passing game a season ago. During his final season in Minnesota, McKinnon was one of only three qualifying running backs to earn receiving and pass-blocking grades of 75.0 or higher"

Yes, if anyone understands the value of PP for his QB, it's Kyle...lost a Superbowl because of it.

Originally posted by StOnEy333:

Originally posted by napo:

His ypc average of 3.59 was second worst in the league. Don't see him as a full time back, more of a 3rd down specialist.

That's what he's been used as and those stats reflect that. It's quite obvious Kyle has a much different plan for him. They wouldn't have compensated him the way they did if they chose to primarily use him only on 3rd down.

Just a guess, but by yrs end, he has more receiving touches than running touches. His yardage will be heavily receiving yards is my bet.

Originally posted by napo:
His ypc average of 3.59 was second worst in the league. Don't see him as a full time back, more of a 3rd down specialist.

lmao they didn't pay him all that money to be a 3rd down specialist

Kittle, Juice, and Jet —all in line coming atchu

Originally posted by Kalen49ers:

Originally posted by StOnEy333:

Originally posted by napo:
His ypc average of 3.59 was second worst in the league. Don't see him as a full time back, more of a 3rd down specialist.

That's what he's been used as and those stats reflect that. It's quite obvious Kyle has a much different plan for him. They wouldn't have compensated him the way they did if they chose to primarily use him only on 3rd down.

Exactly. They knew what they had in Hyde but decided to give McKinnon the big money. Gotta trust Shanahan on this one

I think it was on Maiocco's podcast, but Hyde was mentioned. The feeling was that the Niners liked Hyde, but that he didn't do enough to create plays on his own.

As for McKinnon, I think he is going to be much better at running between the tackles than people expect, and what he adds to the pass game is going to be an all-around upgrade over Hyde.

There seems to be a large number of people that think McKinnon is too small to be a featured back, but he is nearly the same size as Frank Gore was, so not sure I agree with that assessment. I guess we will see in a few short weeks

I just didn't like the signing.. I never thought that much of Jet or J-Mack.. I fully believe that this was a bad signing..

Originally posted by 9moon:

I just didn't like the signing.. I never thought that much of Jet or J-Mack.. I fully believe that this was a bad signing..

We'll just have to wait and see!

Originally posted by NCommand:

This is what 'Foot on Throttle' looks like🔥 🔥. Full speed everything.

Of all of my Pro's that I train, @JetMckinnon1 leaves me what that 😳😲 look on my face after every rep he takes. @jetmckinnon1 - RB - @49ers pic.twitter.com/WeScobabMX

— Footwork_King 🤴🏾 (@footwork_king1) July 20, 2018

Gurley's Deal makes Jets look like Chump Change

Originally posted by jcs:

Gurley's Deal makes Jets look like Chump Change

If Jet balls out, we got a hell of a deal for 4 years.

Originally posted by tohara3:

Originally posted by NCommand:

This is what 'Foot on Throttle' looks like🔥 🔥. Full speed everything.

Of all of my Pro's that I train, @JetMckinnon1 leaves me what that 😳😲 look on my face after every rep he takes. @jetmckinnon1 - RB - @49ers pic.twitter.com/WeScobabMX

— Footwork_King 🤴🏾 (@footwork_king1) July 20, 2018

Matt Breida's nickname was "Breida the Cheetah." McKinnon has had "the jet" nickname since entering the NFL.

I like...and Juice.

Jet, Cheetah and Juuuuiiicee!

Originally posted by jcs:
Gurley's Deal makes Jets look like Chump Change

.. simply because Jet will never be in Gurley Girl's level..

Originally posted by 9moon:

Originally posted by jcs:
Gurley's Deal makes Jets look like Chump Change

.. simply because Jet will never be in Gurley Girl's level..

gurley wasn't girly until Mcvay showed up

kinda like what might happen to Jetty Jet Jetson