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10 Most Important NFL Playoff Players Left that are not Quarterbacks

By Caleb Pierson

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 13: Sony Michel #26 of the New England Patriots reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 13: Sony Michel #26 of the New England Patriots reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /
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FOXBOROUGH, MA – OCTOBER 04: Sony Michel #26 of the New England Patriots celebrates after rushing for a 34-yard touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium on October 4, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MA – OCTOBER 04: Sony Michel #26 of the New England Patriots celebrates after rushing for a 34-yard touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium on October 4, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /

7. Sony Michel – RB – New England Patriots

After all the backlash the Patriots faced for this pick, with people saying he has fumble issues, or a knee injury among others, the Patriots may be the last ones laughing. The first round pick out of Georgia has become one of the most lethal weapons for the New England Patriots. Michel ran for 931 yards in just 13 games, a 1,145 yard 16 game pace, as well as picking up six regular season touchdowns for the Patriots.

Michel got his first playoff experience last week and was the true difference maker for the Pats. Michel ran all over the Charger’s defense for 129 yards and three touchdowns. Michel was excellent in his first playoff performance which helped lead to one of Brady’s nicest games of the year. The AFC Championship game looks like it could be very cold, which could affect the Patriots ability to throw, which means Michel could heavily be leaned on in just his second ever playoff game.

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