Sony Michel, RB

Michel got a lot of flak for his performance last season, and it obviously wasn’t all his fault. However, some of the blame can be tossed his way. Now, he must step up and play like the first-round talent he was drafted as.

The biggest criticism of Michel has been his inability to make the first defender miss. That’s why not having a consistent fullback last year really hurt him. Without James Develin, Michel was often getting hit at the line and being taken down. This year, he should take a step forward and begin either avoiding those would-be tacklers or running right through them. An above-average running back can be a young quarterback’s best friend. Michel can take some of the burden off of their shoulders.