Christian McCaffrey has always been known for his relentless work ethic and laser-focused approach to the game. But even by his standards, this latest revelation from inside the 49ers’ locker room takes things to another level.
During a recent appearance on the Up and Adams show, McCaffrey found himself on the receiving end of a surprise question from host Kay Adams: Why does he turn off his Wi-Fi every night before going to bed? The moment the question landed, McCaffrey knew exactly who the source was.
“He’s a snitch,” McCaffrey said with a grin, calling out teammate Fred Warner, who had apparently shared the detail. But rather than deny it or brush it off, McCaffrey leaned into the moment-and the label that sometimes follows his ultra-disciplined lifestyle.
Kay Adams: “Why do you turn your WiFi off before you go to sleep?”
— Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) February 5, 2026
Christian McCaffrey: “Who told you that?”
Kay: “Fred [Warner].”
Christian: “He’s a snitch. Fred’s a snitch!”
via: @UpAndAdamsShow | @heykayadams pic.twitter.com/nX9MR1cCPM
“Psychopath” might be a strong word, but when it comes to performance, McCaffrey doesn’t leave anything to chance. He explained his thought process simply: if there’s even a 0.1% chance something might help him recover better, sleep deeper, or perform sharper, he’s going to do it.
Turning off the Wi-Fi at night? He’s not entirely sure it helps.
But he’s certain it doesn’t hurt.
That mindset-the pursuit of every marginal gain-has helped McCaffrey stay among the NFL’s elite. After battling injuries in 2024, he stormed back in 2025 with a season that reminded everyone why he’s one of the most dynamic offensive weapons in the league.
He racked up 1,202 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on the ground, while adding another 924 receiving yards and seven scores through the air. That’s 2,126 yards from scrimmage-production that puts him squarely in the MVP conversation and cements his status as the engine of the 49ers' offense.
And when the lights were brightest, McCaffrey delivered. In San Francisco’s 23-19 Wild Card win over the Eagles, he once again proved why he's one of the most valuable players in football. He totaled 114 yards and found the end zone twice, including a highlight-reel 29-yard touchdown off a trick play from Jauan Jennings that helped spark a fourth-quarter rally.
It’s moments like that-when the game is on the line and the season hangs in the balance-that McCaffrey’s obsessive attention to detail pays off. Whether it’s his nutrition, his sleep habits, or yes, even his Wi-Fi router, he’s constantly looking for an edge. And in a league where the margins between good and great are razor-thin, that edge can be the difference between a playoff run and a Super Bowl dream.
Bottom line? McCaffrey’s not just playing football-he’s optimizing it. Every decision, no matter how small, feeds into a larger goal: to be the best version of himself, every single Sunday.