When the Colorado Buffaloes lined up for their first offensive snaps this season, freshman Drelon Miller was lined up at running back next to quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Despite being recruited as a wide receiver, Miller simply wants to get the ball in open space, even if that means taking a handoff.
The Silsbee, Texas product is navigating his first college football season after signing with the Buffs in December as a four-star recruit. He has carried the ball three times for 11 yards and also owns 13 receptions for 60 yards. Miller could be in line for more playing time if CU’s injury woes continue at the WR position.
Earlier this week, Miller was asked if he expected his first college snaps to come at running back:
“I wanted to be used as a Deebo Samuel type of player,” Miller said. “Wherever I can get the ball, I don’t care. Throw me the ball and give me some space to work.”
As a follow-up, Miller was asked how much he enjoys playing multiple positions:
“I’m most definitely loving it,” he said. “Getting the ball, knowing who’s out there with me, trusting the guys around me, I’m loving it.”
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