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Gavino Borquez

Chargers RB J.K. Dobbins sets his own high standard: “I do think if I get the volume, I’ll be one of the best in the league’

The majority of running back J.K. Dobbins’ professional career has been spent on the sidelines. But when he’s on the field, Dobbins has exemplified a special type of player.

“I do think if I get the volume, I’ll be one of the best in the league,” Dobbins said. “I’ve shown that.”

Dobbins has averaged 5.8 yards per carry since 2020, the highest mark by any running back in the NFL (minimum of 200 rushing attempts) in that timespan.

“I don’t know how many backs got that,” he said when referring to his yards per carry.

Since being drafted in the second round by the Ravens in 2020, Dobbins has missed 43 games due to several injuries, including a torn ACL, torn LCL and a torn Achilles tendon.

AT OTAs, Dobbins talked about how he’s healthy, ready to dispel the injury-prone narrative and return to form.

In 24 games in Baltimore, Dobbins rushed for 1,347 yards and 12 touchdowns, which included an eye-popping rookie campaign with 805 rushing yards on 134 carries (6.0 yards per attempt) and nine touchdowns.

If he can stay on the field, he will supply the offense with one of the most explosive backs, with a skill set that features good elusiveness and pass-catching ability.

“I feel like I’m in college out there right now,” Dobbins said. “And I do think that the storm is over. Now I’m on a new journey, a healthy journey this year. You guys will see — it’ll be special.”

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