Christian McCaffrey has been a standout player in the current NFL season, captivating audiences with his impressive skills and outstanding performances. The running back for the San Francisco 49ers has virtually guaranteed his position as a top contender for this season’s MVP award.
Overnight, during their game against the Seattle Seahawks, McCaffrey engaged in some antics that cracked up the entire NFL community across the country and left netizens reeling. Let’s find out more about what the 27-year-old got up to during the match.
Christian McCaffrey’s helmet needed a quick pit stop
CMC has been performing at insane levels for the 49ers all throughout the season. Even in this game against the Seattle Seahawks, the RB had racked up two touchdowns to his name by the second quarter.
In the midst of this electrifying display, McCaffrey engaged in some sideline antics that ultimately ended up with the 49ers coaching staff fixing up his helmet. The funny visuals that surfaced after the incident have taken the internet by storm and left the community reeling with laughter.
NFL community reacts to Christian McCaffrey’s sideline antics
The NFL community was up in splits watching Christian McCaffrey engage in his antics during the game. Users commented on loads of hilarious stuff on various social handles in response to the video that was published by the NFL account.
Netizens also equated this video to the hilarious allegations of McCaffrey actually being a “robot,” since he was having his screws fixed. These allegations have recently come to light owing to his scintillating and “machine-like” performances in games.
During the game, McCaffrey carried the ball 15 times for 87 rushing yards and two scores on the ground, with four receptions for 17 receiving yards through the air.
The San Francisco 49ers ended the game with a resounding 31-13 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night to extend their record to 8-3. They also solidified their position as 1st in the NFC West standings, emerging as a force to be reckoned with as the playoffs approach.
Up next, the 49ers will face off against the high-flying Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night in a game that will surely be one to look out for. Here’s hoping that CMC lights up the gridiron once again, now that he’d had his screws fixed.
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