By Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

The San Francisco 49ers announced Tuesday they are signing running back Christian McCaffrey to a two-year extension.

The extension keeps McCaffrey under contract through the 2027 season, according to a news release on the 49ers’ website.

“Two years ago, we were ecstatic to welcome Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers,” said President of Football Operations and General Manager John Lynch. “Since his arrival, he’s been everything we thought he would be and more.

“His versatile skillset has been a seamless fit within our offense. His professionalism and work ethic are as exemplary as I’ve seen since I’ve been associated with the NFL. We look forward to working with Christian for many years to come.”

ESPN’s Nick Wagoner reports McCaffrey is due to make an average of $19 million per year. The 27-year-old will receive an additional $8 million over what he was scheduled to make in 2024 and 2025 while adding $24 million in guarantees. WME Football negotiated the deal.

Before the restructured deal, McCaffrey had two years left on a contract extension he signed in 2020 with the Carolina Panthers.

The 49ers originally acquired McCaffrey in a trade from the Panthers on Oct. 21, 2022.

Since joining the 49ers, McCaffrey has appeared in 27 games (26 starts) and registered 431 carries for 2,205 yards (5.1 average) and 20 touchdowns on the ground to go along with 119 receptions for 1,028 yards (8.6 average) and 11 touchdowns through the air. He’s also made six postseason starts.

McCaffrey was the 2023 Associated Press NFL Offensive Player of the Year.

Source: wralsportsfan.com