49ers Conduct Tryouts for Running Backs Amidst Jordan James Injury Concerns
The San Francisco 49ers held tryouts for three running backs, Raheem Blackshear, Khalil Herbert, and Owen Wright, on Thursday afternoon. This move is reportedly to address a potential temporary replacement for Jordan James, whose injury concerns are increasing.
New York, NY, July 30, 2026 —
The San Francisco 49ers hosted tryouts for three running backs on Thursday afternoon as the team reportedly considers options to address increasing injury concerns surrounding current player Jordan James.
The players who participated in the tryouts were Raheem Blackshear, Khalil Herbert, and Owen Wright. The specific details regarding the nature or severity of Jordan James’s injury were not immediately provided. The team’s decision to hold these tryouts suggests a proactive approach to securing depth at the running back position should James be unavailable for an extended period.
Further information regarding potential contract offers or any subsequent roster moves stemming from these tryouts was not disclosed. The team has not issued an official statement regarding the tryouts or the status of Jordan James.
Story summarized from the original created by Thomas L. Murray on nypost.com, see more information here.