Entering his fourth NFL season, running back Anthony McFarland Jr. found himself running out of real estate with the Pittsburgh Steelers in a backfield featuring Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren.
Coming into training camp, he knew it was likely his last opportunity to really show his abilities and stick on the roster.
So far, so good.
McFarland looked rather strong in the preseason opener against Tampa Bay, scoring on a 15-yard touchdown and having another long run called back due to a Kendrick Green holding penalty.
Friday’s performance from McFarland built off a strong training camp overall, but McFarland has been in this situation before.