Michael Lombardi explains why Sony Michel may miss half the season
Could New England Patriots running back Sony Michel miss the first half of the 2020 season? One NFL analyst thinks so. Former Patriots executive Michael Lombardi predicted that Michel would stay on the physically unable to perform list throughout the summer.
Michel had foot surgery this offseason, and ankle and knee injuries are nothing new to him. If he were to stay on the PUP list, he would have to miss the first six weeks of the season.
New England has depth at the position, and added to it this week with Lamar Miller. Damien Harris, James White, JJ Taylor, and Rex Burkhead also figure to be part of the equation at running back.
“I think Sony Michel is probably destined for PUP/reserve,” Lombarid said. “I think he’ll probably miss the first half of the season. I don’t think there’s any chance they’re going to rush him back. With his ankle, I think that train is gonna take a little bit of time to get out of the station.”
Michel rushed for 912 yards and seven touchdowns last season. The Patriots would love to have him healthy, as he undoubtedly has the role of feature back in this offense. Perhaps in response to Michel’s injury, New England signed veteran running back Lamar Miller this offseason. He’ll compete against Damien Harris, 2019 third-round pick.
