49ers running back Christian McCaffrey to face brother Luke for first time
The gist
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will play against his brother, Washington Commanders receiver Luke McCaffrey.
The matchup comes as the 5-0 49ers limit McCaffrey's workload to 16 touches per game.
How it unfolded
- Oct 16, 2026McCaffrey fully participates in practice after receiving days off for several weeks and is in no danger of missing the Week 6 game.
- Oct 16, 2026McCaffrey tells reporters he will face his brother Luke, a Commanders wide receiver, for the first time on Monday Night Football.
- Oct 16, 2026Through five games McCaffrey has 61 carries for 286 yards and five rushing touchdowns plus 19 catches for 137 yards, and the 49ers are 5-0.