Kyle Shanahan provides update on 49ers running back Kaelon Black's injury status

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan addressed concerns regarding rookie running back Kaelon Black, who was limited during Thursday’s practice due to a groin injury. In an interview with Adam Copeland and Derek Papa on KNBR, Shanahan stated he is not worried about Black missing the upcoming Week 2 game against the Miami Dolphins. "No, I think we’re just being smart with him," Shanahan said. "It was a little tight today, so we didn’t want to push him too hard." Black's injury concern arises after he took most of the team's snaps during their 27-7 victory against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. Shanahan noted he was surprised that Black had a majority of the workload over veteran running back Christian McCaffrey, who had 10 carries for 68 yards. "That’s just kind of how the game went," Shanahan explained, referencing the team's early play calling. Black had a strong performance in his NFL debut, carrying the ball 14 times for 65 yards and achieving three first downs. Shanahan expressed appreciation for Black's readiness in both the run and pass game, stating, "I love taking some off Christian. Love that Kaelon was prepared for everything." The 49ers' strategy may continue to involve Black taking on more snaps, especially considering McCaffrey's history of injuries and his age, as he enters his 10th NFL season. Black, who is 24 years old and weighs 208 pounds, was selected in the third round of the NFL draft out of Indiana, where he had a successful season, running for 1,040 yards and 10 touchdowns in 16 games.