Back to the New York Jets Newsfeed

NY Jets: La’Mical Perine could be the future of the team’s backfield

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - DECEMBER 30: Joey Blount #29 of the Virginia Cavaliers tackles Lamical Perine #2 of the Florida Gators as he runs its the ball at the Capital One Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium on December 30, 2019 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Florida defeated Virginia 36-28. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

La’Mical Perine could be in the NY Jets backfield for years to come if he impresses in his rookie year.

The NY Jets backfield is crowded but poised for a better year in 2020. After a down year from Le’Veon Bell who rushed for just 789 yards and three touchdowns, fans are optimistic that the three-time Pro Bowler will have a bounce-back year.