The Eagles made a slightly surprising move in bringing back 36-year old running back Darren Sproles. After missing 23 games in the last two years, Sproles is back for one last rodeo to finish his career as an Eagle, with whom he’s been breaking ankles with since 2014, and push for another Super Bowl ring. The Birds already had a crowded backfield before the arrival of Sproles, but how does his return change the complexion of the position?
Sproles may be one of the best dual-threat backs in league history, if not the best. In 2017, he still found a way to total 73 yards on 10 receptions before his injury, building on the 427 yards and two scores he caught for in the year prior.