SF Khalil Herbert
NFL running back. Position: RB. Team: San Francisco 49ers (SF).
Quick Facts
- Position: RB
- Team: San Francisco 49ers (SF)
- Age: 28
- College: Kansas (2016-19), Virginia Tech (2020)
- Draft: 2021 NFL Draft, Round 6, Pick 217 (Chicago Bears)
2026 Outlook
Herbert signed a one-year deal with the 49ers on 2026-08-02. The 28-year-old veteran arrives as depth behind Christian McCaffrey, having appeared in 63 games across five seasons with Chicago (2021-24), Cincinnati (2024), and New York (2025). Limited 2025 production with Jets (16 carries, 52 yards in 7 games) suggests a reserve/committee role. (per 49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert and DL Titus Leo One-Year Deals; More Moves)
Role / Depth Chart
Reserve running back. Backup to Christian McCaffrey in a Kyle Shanahan-system backfield.
Recent News
- 2026-08-02 — The 49ers Sign Khalil Herbert as Injuries Pile Up at Running Back (The 49ers Sign Khalil Herbert as Injuries Pile Up at Running Back)
- 2026-08-02 — 49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert and DL Titus Leo One-Year Deals; More Moves (49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert and DL Titus Leo One-Year Deals; More Moves)
- 2026-08-02 — Signed one-year deal with San Francisco 49ers (49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert and DL Titus Leo One-Year Deals; More Moves)