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49ers Reunite with Jeff Wilson Jr. to Strengthen Backfield

8/11/2025

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In a strategic move, the San Francisco 49ers have welcomed back running back Jeff Wilson Jr. to bolster their injury-stricken backfield. Having previously donned the 49ers jersey from 2018 to 2022, Wilson steps in to support Christian McCaffrey, vying for a spot alongside Patrick Taylor Jr. and the sidelined Ameer Abdullah.

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In a strategic move, the San Francisco 49ers have welcomed back running back Jeff Wilson Jr. to bolster their injury-stricken backfield. Having previously donned the 49ers jersey from 2018 to 2022, Wilson steps in to support Christian McCaffrey, vying for a spot alongside Patrick Taylor Jr. and the sidelined Ameer Abdullah.