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Perseverance paid off for Langford

Bears fourth-round draft pick Jeremy Langford arrived at Michigan State as a highly-touted running back in 2010 and rushed for 2,944 yards and 40 touchdowns the past two seasons.

But his progression from a Michigan high school star to one of the most productive college backs in the country was a bumpy one that required plenty of perseverance and determination.

Jeremy Langford rushed for 40 touchdowns the last two seasons at Michigan State.

After redshirting as a freshman, Langford was switched from running back to cornerback before the 2011 season.