Who Does Miles Sanders Play For?

Last Modified Sep 6, 2023 12:12 GMT

Miles Sanders is an NFL running back for the Panthers. The Pittsburgh native played college football at Penn State.

Sanders was a four-star Pittsburgh Woodland Hills High School prospect. Miles chose Penn State over other colleges.

Sanders ran for 1,026 yards and 9 touchdowns being a Penn State freshman.

Sanders was productive in his Penn State sophomore and junior years. He ran for 1,274 yards and nine touchdowns in 2017 and 1,327 in 2018.

The Philadelphia Eagles chose Sanders in the second round of 2019. He ran for 818 yards and 3 touchdowns as a rookie.

Sanders ran for 911 yards and 3 touchdowns in 2020. Running for 759 yards and two touchdowns in 2021, injuries hindered him.

The Panthers signed Sanders in 2023. The 2023 starting running back is likely to be him.

Speedy and elusive Sanders is a dynamic running back. His backfield pass-catching skills are very good. He could break out in 2023.

Miles Sanders' career highlights are:

  • Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2016)

  • 2019 Eagles Offensive Rookie of the Year

Sanders has star potential as a running back. Every time Miles touches the ball he could break up a major play. Miles is a good pass catcher which makes him vital to the Panthers’ offense.

Where did Miles Sanders go to college?

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Miles Sanders
Miles Sanders via Instagram.

Which team does Miles Sanders play for?

NFL player Miles Sanders plays for the Carolina Panthers. The Panthers signed Miles to a $25.4 million contract in March this year. Here are additional details on his new contract:

Four-year, $25.4 million contract

Guaranteed $13 million

Average annual salary: $6.35 million

Sanders signed the deal on March 15, 2023. In the final year of his rookie contract with the Philadelphia Eagles, he wanted a long-term deal. The Panthers offered that package and a lot of guaranteed money.

Sanders presumably joined the Panthers for several reasons. First, Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold is young and promising. Sanders, the Panthers' primary running back, will get the chance to contribute to the offense. Second, the Panthers' offensive line is powerful. This will boost Sanders' running back production. Third, the Panthers are rising. They have young talent and should compete in the NFC South in 2023.

How many teams has Miles Sanders played for?

Miles has just played for one team up until 2023. Carolina is just the second team that he will suit up for the upcoming season.

The Philadelphia Eagles (2019-2022) drafted Sanders in the second round of the 2019 NFL. He ran for 818 yards and 3 touchdowns as a rookie. He added 911 yards and three touchdowns in 2020. He ran for 759 yards and two touchdowns in 2021 due to injuries.

Carolina Panthers (2023–present): The Panthers signed Sanders in 2023. Carolina's 2023 starting running back is likely to be him.

FAQs

A.His greatest season was 2020, when he ran for 911 yards and 3 touchdowns.

A. Durability is his main flaw. In each of his three NFL seasons has been injured.

A. He wants to stay healthy and be an effective Panthers running back in 2023.

A. He weighs 215 pounds and is 5'11" in terms of his height.

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