INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Christian McCaffrey was the touchdown maker the 49ers desperately needed Sunday, first by pass, then by catch, and, finally, by run.
He delivered the fourth such hat trick in NFL history since 1970, and he showcased the versatility that prompted the 49ers’ trade for him Oct. 20 from Carolina.
McCaffrey’s theatrics, from those three scores to other sensational plays, keyed a 31-14, come-from-behind win over the host Los Angeles Rams.
