Raiders offense: Ameer Abdullah is old reliable at running back

The term utility player may be more apt for baseball, however, Ameer Abdullah fits the bill to a tee.

Whether it’s running back, pass protector, receiver, or special teamer, whenever the veterans is called upon by the Las Vegas Raiders, he simply performs. The old reliable on offense and special teams the 31-year-old is both mentor, example, and paragon of longevity in the NFL.

Taken in the second round of the 2015 NFL Draft, the 54th overall player selected may not be as fast as he once was, but he’s legs still have plenty of spring to make plays. Take the Raiders’ 19-14 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, for example. Abdullah churned out 38 yards and a touchdown on seven carries…