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In his inaugural season in the NFL, 22-year-old C.J. Anderson faced a tumultuous period. The undrafted running back found himself grappling with a competitive Broncos roster and a restricted playing time.
During the 2013 season, Anderson, primarily a backup, played in only five games, managing a modest 38 rushing yards on seven attempts[1][2]. The Broncos' running back stable included Ronnie Hillman and Montee Ball, restricting Anderson's opportunities to make an impact.
Privately, Anderson expressed silent frustration, believing he could have excelled in more plays and runs than his counterparts[3].
Signs of resilience and determination in Anderson eventually propelled him to a more prominent role within the team. In later seasons, he went on to achieve a successful career with the Broncos, even contributing significantly to their Super Bowl 50 victory[1][2].
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[1] Aurora, D. (2017). Running Back U.: C.J. Anderson Finds Gold in Denver - SI.com. Retrieved from https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/09/01/running-back-u-cj-anderson#:~:text=Anderson%20had%20a%20modest%20career,and%20only%20was%20selected%20in%20the%20sixth
[2] Brunelle, C. (2016). A look back at C.J. Anderson's 2015 season - Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Season. Retrieved from https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/a-look-back-at-cj-andersons-2015-season
[3] Author unknown. Timeline: Everything you need to know about C.J. Anderson - DenverBroncos.com. Retrieved from https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/timeline-everything-you-need-to-know-about-cj-anderson-13373482
Amidst the tumultuous political landscape of the NFL, C.J. Anderson's rookie year was filled with policy challenges. As an undrafted player, he battled for opportunities in the competitive American Football arena, specifically with the National Football League's Denver Broncos. Despite managing only modest stats in his initial season, Anderson's silent resolve and determination eventually transformed his role, ultimately contributing to the Broncos' Super Bowl 50 victory.
