Born in Denver, Lindsay is as Colorado as the “Native” bumper sticker on 1994 Ford Bronco. Devoid of ego, Lindsay lives in the basement of his parents’ house. Offered a game ball by coach Vance Joseph after a victory that evened the team’s record at 6-6, Lindsay didn’t really want it, because the offensive line deserves the accolades, he said.
“I don’t like the attention,” Lindsay said. “It’s not about me, it’s about the team. That’s how it’s always been in my life. When you have family, and you’re in the middle of two older sisters and two younger brothers, it’s about them. It’s about your family. That’s what it’s about.”
He has rushed for 937 yards. Only one of the 256 rookies drafted ahead of him has run farther. Saquon Barkley, selected No. 2 in the opening round by the New York Giants, has gained 954 yards on the ground. The Giants are paying Barkley $21 million. Lindsay’s salary is $495,000. You tell me: Who’s the better value?
Oh, and also: The Giants are 4-8 while the Broncos are 6-6… just sayin’.
Well, Saquon has done the rushing without an offensive line, so that has to count for something…