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49ers vs. Broncos: 5 San Francisco Players to Watch in Denver

By Peter Panacy

January 3, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers strong safety Jimmie Ward (25) runs the football during the fourth quarter against the St. Louis Rams at Levi's Stadium. The 49ers defeated the Rams 19-16. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
January 3, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers strong safety Jimmie Ward (25) runs the football during the fourth quarter against the St. Louis Rams at Levi's Stadium. The 49ers defeated the Rams 19-16. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 14, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Mike Davis (22) runs the ball against the Houston Texans in the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium. The Texans won 24-13. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports /

Running Back Mike Davis

What a difference a year makes for running back Mike Davis.

A year removed from his 2015 rookie campaign, in which he averaged a mere 1.7 yards per carry, Davis rumbled for 72 yards on five attempts versus Houston — leading all San Francisco ball-carriers.

Davis is clearly in better shape than he was a season ago, and the impact of his offseason efforts appear to be paying off.

At least so far, which is important for a guy who entered 2016 likely on the roster bubble.

A major focus point for San Francisco will be having adequate tailbacks to support No. 1 runner Carlos Hyde.

Davis looks to be fitting into this role very well and could see an increased amount of production this season.

The next step is for Davis to back up these efforts against Denver.

Next: Offensive Lineman Anthony Davis