Miles Sanders is gaining ground on some of the top running backs in the NFL and if Nick Sirianni can properly utilize the former Penn State star, 2021 could be a record-setting season.
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler just released his rankings for the top-10 running backs in the NFL and despite missing out on a coveted spot, Sanders did land in the honorable mentions.
Honorable mention
Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts: “He’ll be a top-5 back by the end of the season. Watch him in the second half of last year. He’s coming.” — AFC scoutKareem Hunt, Cleveland Browns: “He might be the best overall back in Cleveland. He’s a combination of [Dalvin] Cook and [Derrick] Henry.” — AFC exec
Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Kansas City Chiefs: “He was my favorite back in the draft last year — strong and powerful but has lateral movement. Great fit with Andy Reid.” — NFC exec
Miles Sanders, Philadelphia Eagles: “He’s underrated. In a better scheme for backs, he’d be a prominent guy. Great burst.” — AFC defensive coach
Derrick Henry landed the top spot on the list, followed by Alvin Kamara and Christian McCaffrey in the top three. Sanders is among the best, but his lack of carries and 1,000-yard seasons leave a lot to be desired.
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