Frank Gore, Carlos Hyde Must Be 49ers’ Offensive Focus to Return to NFC Elite

Through nine games of this season, San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore has just 139 rushing attempts.

At 31 years of age, the 49ers appear adamant about the idea of phasing Gore out and moving forward without him. Gore's natural replacement is rookie Carlos Hyde, but Gore's lack of carries hasn't led to increased opportunities for the former Ohio State runner.

Gore is averaging 15.4 carries per game, a career low if you discount his rookie season when he wasn't a full-time starter. Only twice before this season has Gore ever averaged below 17 carries per ga...

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