The Detroit Lions have been trying to get their rushing attack on point for years. Since Hall of Famer Barry Sanders retired back in 1999, the Lions have drafted numerous running backs who have tried to take his place in Motown … but none have come close to having his impact.
Names like Kevin Jones, Kevin Smith, Brian Calhoun, Jahvid Best, Mikel Leshoure, Theo Riddick, and others have come and gone, failing to meet those lofty expectations. All the while, the running game in Detroit has continued to lavish in mediocrity.