Alfred Morris had the greatest season for a running back in the Washington NFL franchise’s over 90+ years. In 2012, the rookie sixth-round pick rushed for 1,613 yards, averaging 4.8 yards per rush and scored 13 touchdowns.
The NFL is obsessed with quarterbacks now, but the league's history is filled with standout running backs. Past eras brought monstrous performances from stars who carried their team on their back.
One of the potential candidates for Washington’s head coaching job has coached here in the DMV previously. Morris spent time as the defensive backs coach for the Redskins in the 2012, 2013 and 2014 seasons.
It's hard to believe, but the second decade of the 21st century is nearly complete. With the 2019 season, there is still time to influence who lands where among a list of the best running backs of the decade.