I watched Chase Reynolds at Washinton Stadium in Missoula. He was a thumper of a running back who hit holes hard and stepped out of tackles, gaining ground on second and third effort.
Kid who played on an 8-man team in a rural league and makes it big as a collegian running back? That's something I can admire, somebody I can respect and root for.
He started his RB career as a Ram in a room headed by Steven Jackson, and ended it behind Todd Gurley and Malcom Brown. Not much chance there to get on the field - except on special teams. As a special teamer he worked hard and as he did in college, gave it 110% on every play.
Legend? You're quite right - not hardly, as Rams running backs and pro football in general are concerned. Legends are the stuff of public achievement and optics.
Teammate, hard worker, one who embodies the personal ethics and determination to succeed, and can uplift and inspire others in an NFL lockerroom or in his community after football? That stuff may not be as visible, but is more important than legends.
