ESPN.com · Aug 9, 2022
Why Melvin Gordon will still impact the Denver Broncos' offense
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Running back Melvin Gordon III's tenure with the Denver Broncos always seems to carry some kind of asterisk.
During his two seasons in Denver, he led the team in rushing twice, led or tied for the lead in carries twice and led the team in rushing touchdowns twice, yet often fans spent time discussing how other people should carry the ball instead.
In 2020 his carries came at the expense of fan favorite Phillip Lindsay, a graduate of Denver's South High School and who had a Pro Bowl season the year before Gordon was signed. Last season every carry came at the expense of Javonte Williams, a rookie second-round pick.
