# 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)


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