Is Jerick McKinnon coming back?

Asked by: James Cai

The running back reworked his contract last year to ensure his return for the 2020 season. Fans didn’t expect him to be back in 2021, especially given the 49ers’ limited salary-cap space. Now, McKinnon has made it clear that he doesn’t expect to suit up in red and gold again either.

Did 49ers release Jerick McKinnon?

Rather than releasing him in 2020, San Francisco restructured his deal to reduce his base salary and virtually eliminate the final year, making him an unrestricted free agent in the 2021 offseason. McKinnon finally returned to action in 2020 and looked to be on track for a big year.

Where did McKinnon go?

McKinnon signed a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs on April 30, 2021. He was placed on injured reserve on November 30.

Why didn t Jerick McKinnon play?

McKinnon signed a four-year, $30 million contract with the 49ers at the beginning of 2018, but didn’t play a single game due to injuries. He sustained a torn ACL a week prior to that season and again was placed on season-ending injured reserve in the summer of 2019.

Is McKinnon still with the Chiefs?

According to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Chiefs plan to re-sign RB Jerick McKinnon on a one-year deal. Kansas City signed McKinnon to a prove-it deal last season, using the veteran salary benefit to save salary-cap space. That proved to be a good investment for the team in 2021.

Why did McKinnon leave the Vikings?

Following a successful 2017 season with the Minnesota Vikings, Jerick McKinnon decided to explore other opportunities outside of the Twin Cities and he ended up landing with the San Francisco 49ers.

Who signed McKinnon?

Forward Nathan MacKinnon signed a seven-year, $44.1 million contract with the Colorado Avalanche on Friday.

Who is number 1 on the Chiefs?

Offense

What team is Jared McKinnon on?

Rushing