The Washington Commanders’ franchise always seems to have one of those undersized, tougher-than-nails running backs who play bigger than their height and weight.
They had one of the best in Larry Brown back in the 1970s. Since then — from Clarence Harmon to Chris Thompson and J.D. McKissic — this type has been one of the club’s genuine unsung heroes.
Other than Brown, they have usually been third-down, pass-catching specialists who manage to break a tackle and get a first down against unlikely odds. Jeremy McNichols is the next in that line.
A long shot for a roster spot when preseason began, the former Boise State star has already made several of the most inspirational plays of the season for the Commanders despite minimal opportunities.