Carolina Panthers: Christian McCaffrey on concerning pace

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey on concerning pace for number of touches.

The Carolina Panthers drafted running back Christian McCaffrey eighth overall during the 2017 NFL Draft. As a rookie, McCaffrey was eased into his current role, splitting time and operating as a change of pace type back from veteran Jonathan Stewart. However, McCaffrey proved capable of shouldering a full load and coach Ron Rivera gladly handed him a ton more responsibility during his sophomore season.

During his rookie campaign McCaffrey accumulated a total of 197 touches – 117 carries and 80 receptions but only seven total touchdowns. The numbers increased in his second season as McCaffrey became…