This year, it was Shanahan's team beating out McVay and the Rams, who reportedly made a push to acquire Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey before the 49ers completed the blockbuster deal. San Francisco is hoping the move works out just as well for them as Stafford worked out for the Rams.
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that there was some urgency to get a deal done when it became apparent that the Panthers would trade McCaffrey before the November 1 deadline.
San Francisco reportedly sent second-, third-, and fourth-round picks in 2023, plus a fifth-rounder in 2024 for the running back.
The 49ers will have an opportunity to unleash McCaffrey against the Rams on October 30, when the team travels to SoFi Stadium for a Week 8 NFC West battle.
The versatile McCaffrey joins a 49ers offense now loaded with playmakers, including wide receivers Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk and tight end George Kittle.
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