Doug Pederson knows the value of a deep and versatile backfield.
Five years ago, the Jaguars head coach hoisted a Lombardi above his head, taking an Eagles team with Nick Foles under center to Super Bowl glory. The plaudits went to Philly’s defense, a mean unit led by veterans Brandon Graham, Fletcher Cox, Vinny Curry, Chris Long, and Malcolm Jenkins. An imposing offensive line also received praise. And Pederson himself was recognized for his creativity in the passing game, maximizing Foles’ abilities in the aftermath of Carson Wentz’s season-ending injury.
And yet, it can be argued that it was the Eagles’ run game that carried this team to the promised land.