As we prepare for the fourth and final week of actual preseason, the team’s third running back battle hasn’t been resolved. It’s that rare camp battle that’s going down to the absolute wire, which makes it worth watching.
There are two contenders for the gig, and weirdly enough it appears there’s more certainty at the #4 spot than the #3. Devonta Freeman is the starter, Ito Smith has tightened his grip on the #2 role this summer, and Kenjon Barner is the favorite right now to be the fourth RB and kick returner for this football team.