An NFL running back always seems to have that extra chip on their shoulder, and why shouldn’t they? It’s an aggressive position that deals with a lot more physical contact than others.
In fact, on average, running backs have the shortest career span. According to Statista, that position lasts an average of 2.57 years in this league.
Therefore, that extra chip may come with frustration at times. That’s exactly what New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley is dealing with. The 2018 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year, who will most definitely play longer than that average, has missed the last three games.