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San Francisco 49ers Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the 49ers allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

10.5
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
93
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs 49ers

Players who have historically scored most against the San Francisco 49ers defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Kyren Williams
LAR
22.8
avg pts vs 49ers (5 games)
#2 Target
Kenneth Walker
22.1
avg pts vs 49ers (2 games)
#3 Target
De'Von Achane
MIA
21.7
avg pts vs 49ers (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the San Francisco 49ers (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk7 Khalil Herbert
ATL
3.8
S2026 Wk7 Bijan Robinson
ATL
17.2
S2026 Wk6 Austin Ekeler
WAS
2.7
S2026 Wk6 Jeremy McNichols
WAS
1.3
S2026 Wk6 Rachaad White
WAS
15.7
S2026 Wk5 Emanuel Wilson
SEA
13.2
S2026 Wk5 George Holani
SEA
5.1
S2026 Wk4 J.K. Dobbins
DEN
7.2
S2026 Wk4 Tyler Badie
DEN
7.9
S2026 Wk4 RJ Harvey
DEN
19.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the San Francisco 49ers defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The San Francisco 49ers allow an average of 10.5 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (93 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the San Francisco 49ers?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the San Francisco 49ers: Kyren Williams (22.8 avg pts in 5 games), Kenneth Walker (22.1 avg pts in 2 games), De'Von Achane (21.7 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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