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Lynch #5 in ESPN preseason RB rankings

Marshawn Lynch has taken the fifth spot in Todd McShay’s top preseason RB rankings on ESPN. He placed behind Adrian Peterson (Oklahoma), Michael Bush (Louisville), Jamaal Charles (Texas), and Steve Slaton (West Virginia). McShay writes:

5. Marshawn Lynch, Cal, JR, 5-11, 206
Lynch rushed for 1,246 yards as a first-year starter last season despite missing two games due to injury. He will still share some carries with Justin Forsett, who impressed with an average of 7.6 yards per carry as Lynch’s backup and injury replacement. But as long as Lynch stays healthy and continues to progress, he should see twice as many carries this season, which could equate to 2,000-plus rushing yards.

I think he should have ranked higher. He’s definitely a better running back than some of the players that placed ahead of him. We’ll leave it up to the season to determine where they really are. Take a look at the article here.