The evolution of the Falcons RB position, 2008-2018

Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Our series continues with a look at running back from Michael Turner to Devonta Freeman, and perhaps beyond.

The Falcons have not had the luxury of Matt Ryan-like stability at running back, but then, no organization has for that long. They have had the relative luxury of just three full-time starters from 2008-2018, though injury robbed Michael Turner of his effectiveness and robbed Devonta Freeman of significant portions of the last two years.

The story from 2008-2014 was one of marginalizing young, speedy backs whenever the opportunity presented itself. That was defensible when Michael Turner was running over hapless defenders and throwing Eric Weems like…