Melvin Gordon, the rookie fresh out of Wisconsin, is set for a historic year. Gordon, who has a similar build to that of Adrian Peterson and Jamaal Charles, has the perfect body for an NFL pro-bowler. He is fast, yet quite strong, a body-type that has been proven to be ideal in the modern-era. Gordon also led the NCAA last year in rushing yards, rushing touchdowns, and rushing yards per game, all stats that show Gordon's readiness for the NFL field. Many have recently questioned the amount of carries that Gordon will receive considering that he is stepping into a crowded backfield with touchdown vulture Danny Woodhead, and skilled RB Brandon Oliver. With that, one can still ensure that Gordon will receive the majority of the carries, including eventually, goal-line carries. Gordon also has an above-average offensive line, and a great quarterback in Philip Rivers, who will be able to spread the defense tremendously. Many are skeptical about Gordon especially after a mediocre performance in Dallas, not even averaging two yards per carry. With that being said, one should also realize and take into account that Gordon is a rookie and will have to adjust to the talent before we see his full potential. Because of this, many would urge that a fantasy football manager not expect 100 yards and 3 touchdowns after week one, be it that Gordon will have to play with his first new team in four years. Still, l expect great things from Melvin who can likely break 1,100 yards and even 10 touchdowns.
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