McCaffrey, who was traded to the 49ers in 2022, has made an impact on the Bay Area community that has extended far beyond the football field. The Christian McCaffrey Foundation serves the city of San Francisco and beyond, with initiatives like 23 and Troops, 22 and You, and The Logan Project. These projects aim to equip U.S. veterans and active-duty military with health resources, provide support for front line healthcare workers, and distribute gaming consoles to hospitals nationwide for young patients.

“Christian McCaffrey stood out to his peers as an individual who leads with integrity and honor,” said Corwin Anthony, Executive Director of the Super Bowl Breakfast. “His character, both on the football field and his community, honor and embody the legacy of the late Bart Starr.”

Selected eighth overall by the Carolina Panthers in the 2017 NFL Draft, McCaffrey is known as a dual threat for receiving and running the football. He has been named to the NFL Pro Bowl four times and was the Associated Press Offensive Player of the Year in 2023.

In the 49ers’ most recent Super Bowl appearance (LVIII), McCaffrey had a strong performance, with eight receptions for 80 yards. He became the first player in Super Bowl history to record 75+ rushing and 75+ receiving yards in the same game. He is one of three NFL players to record 1,000 rushing and 1,000 receiving yards in one season, a feat accomplished in 2019.