Yeah, well most of us never thought he'd be the starting Husker RB when we got him out of high school.Most scouts seem to agree that Abdullah doesn’t project to be an every-down back, so Joique Bell’s between-the-tackles role should be safe, at least for this season. On the other hand, Theo Riddick’s role as the Lions’ third-down back is in serious jeopardy. If things break his way and he sees significant time on passing downs, Abdullah could ultimately post top 25 numbers in PPR formats. LINK
3. Detroit Lions – Joique Bell (88.6) vs. Ameer Abdullah (112.6) vs. Theo Riddick (NA)
By Brad Evans 23 hours ago Roto Arcade
Entering camp, the separation between Jim Caldwell's RBs is razor-blade slim. <snip> Abdullah, whose worth ethic, quick feet and sure hands impressed the coaching staff in minicamp, is a strong contender to unseat Bell. In his storied career at Nebraska, he racked 5.64 yards per carry and over 4,500 career yards. He could play a hybrid role seeing occasional action on early and third downs, possibly earning the lion's share by midseason.
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3. Detroit Lions – Joique Bell (88.6) vs. Ameer Abdullah (112.6) vs. Theo Riddick (NA)
By Brad Evans 23 hours ago Roto Arcade
Entering camp, the separation between Jim Caldwell's RBs is razor-blade slim. <snip> Abdullah, whose worth ethic, quick feet and sure hands impressed the coaching staff in minicamp, is a strong contender to unseat Bell. In his storied career at Nebraska, he racked 5.64 yards per carry and over 4,500 career yards. He could play a hybrid role seeing occasional action on early and third downs, possibly earning the lion's share by midseason.
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Abdullah continues to impress. The video talks about Ameer at the 1:00 point.:![]()
And here I thought I wouldn't be watching the Lions much this year after they lost Suh. I'll be watching. :lol:Rookie RB Ameer Abdullah makes strong first impression with Lions
by Michael Rothstein, ESPN Staff Writer
Yes, it’s only one day and it was an unpadded practice, but rookie Ameer Abdullah displayed bursts of speed no other running back on the Lions has. He also showed enough vision to make smart cuts and get upfield.
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