In his second season in the league, Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey has been putting together a career-best campaign that has put among the most productive players at his position.
However, it didn't result in a selection to the Pro Bowl out of the NFC as the likes of Los Angeles Rams' Todd Gurley, New York Giants' rookie Saquon Barkley, and Dallas Cowboys Ezekiel Elliott were each selected over him. In response to that, McCaffrey took it in stride.
“It’s been my whole life,” said McCaffrey in a report by Max Henson of the Panthers. “Nothing new.”
He has certainly made a strong case to earn his first career Pro Bowl selections as he's currently sixth in the league with 979 rushing yards along with seven touchdowns along with being seventh with 94 receptions for 768 receiving yards and six touchdowns. McCaffrey is approaching becoming just third running back in league history to reach 1,000 receiving yards and 100 receptions in the same campaign.
The 22-year-old has quickly proven to be the key component of the offense for the Panthers this season as a versatile option out of the backfield. His production in both the running and passing game should put him the conversation as one of the top running backs in the league despite his brief time in the league.
Nonetheless, this has become a motivating factor for McCaffrey like the numerous other times he has been overlooked over his football career. He has proven to be a dual asset that is among the most dangerous offensive weapons in the league. He has already cemented his role within the offense as a primary for the long haul that could see him earn numerous Pro Bowl selections and other individual honors down the road of his career. In the meantime, this is simply something else that can be used to push him even more.
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