Watch: Patriots RB Sony Michel jukes pair of defenders
Former Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel has looked good so far for the New England Patriots this preseason. Michel battled a quad injury and missed time last season. Michel finished with only 449 rushing yards in 2020, but averaged an impressive 5.7 yards per carry.
Michel is a key player for the New England Patriots. If he can stay healthy, the Patriots should have one of the better stables of running backs in the NFL.
Michel turned heads against the Philadelphia Eagles with some moves after he hauled in a pass from quarterback Mac Jones.
Sony Michel with the jukes 👀 @Flyguy2stackz
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Michel can still stop on a dime and accelerate quickly. He’s a lock to make New England’s roster.
Michel and New England dominated Philadelphia in a 35-0 victory. Michel finished with seven rushes for 34 yards and hauled in four passes for 37 yards.
The Patriots have a very talented backfield that has looked strong throughout the preseason. Former Alabama Crimson Tide running back Damien Harris, the expected starter, scored a touchdown early in the contest.
Rhamondre Stevenson, New England’s fourth-round pick out of Oklahoma, followed his impressive preseason debut with a two touchdown performance against the Eagles. Lastly, J.J. Taylor had 12 carries for 93 rushing yards and scored a touchdown.
New England Patriots running back Sony Michel is stopped by Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Tarron Jackson and linebacker Alex Singleton. Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Overall, New England looks set at running back. Sony Michel may be the Patriots’ top pass-catcher of the group.
