Although running backs have become less valuable in the NFL in recent years, head coach Dave Canales and general manager Dan Morgan of the Carolina Panthers strongly disagree.Reiterating their belief that running backs are essential to winning games, these two stress the critical value of running backs as players in the twenty-first century.
Morgan’s mindset is echoed by Dave Canales, who is starting his first season as head coach following a productive tenure as the Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator.
He emphasises the importance of a quality running back and their function in the offensive scheme he wants the Panthers to employ.
Morgan and Canales’ viewpoint, which is seen as a minority one in the NFL, has a big impact on their pick strategy.
“For us, just knowing the style of football we’re going to play, that position is so important,’” he stated.
Former Texas running back Jonathan Brooks was still available at the 46th pick, which was deemed a steal because he was among the finest backs in the draft class.
The Panthers were ready to part with two fifth-round picks in order to advance six positions in the second round because they had such high expectations for Brooks.
This action demonstrates the team’s resolve to develop a potent run game in spite of popular NFL trends.
