Here’s one of the understatements of the year. In 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles can’t use Darren Sproles to the extent that he was used in 2016. On June 20th, the running back turns 34. He’s coming off of a season where he suffered a rib injury and was forced into action more often than teammates, fans and coaches would have liked.
The unfortunate thing was anyone who’s followed this team and its personnel had to see that coming.
The quandary at running back:
Prior to the start of the 2016 season, the Eagles made an announcement that confirmed the fears of fans all over the country.