PHOENIX The 49ers have four explosive runners, none of whom fits the prototypical mold of a short-yardage back.
What is a short-yardage power back? Is that just the biggest guy possible? Is it the Nigerian Nightmare? 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan asked, referring to former 255-pound Kansas City running back Christian Okoye.
Is that the only way? It doesnt have to always be that way. I think Frank Gore is an unbelievable short-yardage back and is he a real big guy? No, hes a normal back. So I think our guys can be similar to that.
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