Miami Hurricanes RB Jaylan Knighton return x-factor versus Virginia

The return of Miami Hurricanes running back Jaylan Knighton against Virginia on Thursday after a four-game suspension could be the x-factor. Knighton shared time last season as the second-team RB with Don Chaney Jr. behind starter Cam’Ron Harris. In 2020, Knighton ran for 209 yards on 4.0 yards per carry.

Knighton was explosive with 11 receptions for 135 yards and one touchdown to add to his single rushing score. A 75-yard TD reception by Knighton last season on a swing pass was one of the plays of the year for Miami. Knighton’s TD came one offensive play for Miami after Harris scored a 75-yard TD.

With Chaney out for the season with a torn ACL, expect Knighton to be the primary backup behind…