FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- In what has been a challenging season for everyone across the NFL, there might not be a position group in the league that has dealt with more than the New England Patriots' running backs. From personal tragedy, to opt-outs, positive COVID-19 tests and season-ending knee injuries, the group has been put to a test that extends far beyond the field.
Ivan Fears, 66, is the team's longtime running backs coach and like a proud parent to his players. His passion percolates almost every time he talks, as does his emotion.