San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey scored three touchdowns every which way on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.
The recently-acquired running back delivered the fourth such hat trick in NFL history since 1970, and showcased the versatility that prompted the 49ers’ trade for him Oct. 20 from Carolina.
The 49ers avoided a three-game losing streak and, in the process, posted their eighth straight regular-season win over the Rams . The 49ers have their bye next weekend, then host the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night, Nov. 13.San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey, right, runs the ball as Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner attempts a tackle during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif.
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, left, celebrates his touchdown with running back Christian McCaffrey during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California.