Chris Evans Was One Of Most Productive Freshman Tailbacks After Contact

Chris Evans, who rushed for 614-yards and 4-touchdowns during his first year in Ann Arbor, was one of the most product freshman tailbacks after contact. According to this graphic, Evans’ 4.1 average after contact was only behind three other freshman tailbacks in 2016.

In 2016, these were the most effective freshman running backs on a per carry basis after contact with a defender. pic.twitter.com/0zyNCDrGJA

— Aaron Resnick (@aaronmresnick) June 28, 2017