- Georgia RB Sony Michel, often masked by fellow senior running back Nick Chubb’s shadow, has torched opposing defenses as a pass-catcher out of the backfield. He ranked No. 2 among returning SEC running backs with at least 20 targets in yards per route run (YPRR) at 1.16.
- Dropping just one of his 22 catchable targets last season, Michel ranked No. 2 in drop percentage among that same group of backs.
- Michel is at his best after the catch, as he has forced 28 missed tackles on 55 career receptions with the Bulldogs.
- Translating his pass-catching success over to pass protection, Michel ranked T-No. 3 in total pressures allowed (3) among returning SEC running backs with at least 50 pass blocking snaps 2016.
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