Former Colorado prep running backs had amazing years in the NFL in 2019. In 2020, not so much.
Christian McCaffrey, Austin Ekeler and Phillip Lindsay put up big numbers last season, but injuries have stunted their stat line this year. And Kalen Ballage, who spent time as the Dolphins’ No. 1 back last year, is now out of a job after a poor performance against the Broncos in Week 4.
Here’s a comparison at how they fared last year versus this year:
Kalen Ballage, free agent
2019: The former Falcon High standout played 12 games (starting six) for the Dolphins, tallying 74 carries for 135 yards and three touchdowns.