Detroit Lions Running Backs 2016 Postseason Grades

Detroit Lions Running Backs: Postseason Grades

Sep 11, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) celebrates with running back Ameer Abdullah (21) after he scores a touchdown in the second half against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Lions won 39-35. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 1, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions running back Dwayne Washington (36) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

Dwayne Washington – Running Back, Rookie, Washington

Grade – C

We would be talking more about rookie Dwayne Washington’s season if it wasn’t for all the injuries to the running back corp. Washington proved himself to be a productive north, south runner with the ability to nose out touch yardage. His season average of 2.9 yards per carry leaves a bit to be desired, but as a role player Washington should fit in well next season.

The Bench

To fill in the depth chart, the Lions signed a slew of running backs but none of them caught on. Former Baltimore Raven Justin Forsett, Former Detroit Lion Joique Bell and Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Mike James all had a cup of coffee or two in Detroit as emergency options off of the bench. None of them caught on and failed to register a carry during the regular season.

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