Patrick Taylor Jr.

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		47	444	2	4.3
2025		2	1	1	0.1
2024		13	183	1	4.7
2023		11

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The 49ers secured solid depth at a reasonable price with Patrick Taylor Jr.'s $1.2M AAV deal, earning a C CVI that reflects appropriate market value for a proven backup. Taylor has carved out a reliable role as a depth piece over his NFL career, and this contract aligns perfectly with what teams typically pay for dependable reserve running backs who can step in without being a liability. At 26, he's in his prime years for a position where longevity matters, making this a low-risk investment for San Francisco's backfield rotation. The modest annual value gives the 49ers flexibility while ensuring they have a capable body behind their featured backs, without overpaying for production that ultimately comes in limited snaps. This represents the type of shrewd depth move that championship-caliber teams make—filling a necessary roster spot with a competent veteran at fair market rate rather than reaching for upside or settling for a complete unknown.

Performance Analysis

Patrick Taylor Jr.'s F grade with the 49ers places him firmly at the bottom of San Francisco's running back depth chart. The veteran back has bounced around the league without ever establishing himself as more than an emergency option. Taylor's lack of explosive play ability and minimal receiving production make him a one-dimensional backup in a league that demands versatility from its running backs. San Francisco's offense is built around playmakers, and Taylor simply isn't one. His F grade reflects a player who fills a roster spot without providing meaningful contributions on game day. The 49ers will likely look to upgrade the position going forward.

Fan Sentiment

A low-risk depth re-signing that prioritizes continuity over upside at running back. Five headlines covered the move, signaling routine roster maintenance rather than meaningful roster construction. The key concern is Taylor missed the entire 2025 season, raising durability red flags entering this deal. Fans question whether San Francisco should pursue more proven backfield depth given Christian McCaffrey's injury history. Taylor projects as a practice-squad-bubble candidate unless he proves full health in camp.