Miles Sanders is an American professional football running back currently playing for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. Born on May 1, 1997, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he played college football for the Penn State Nittany Lions from 2016 to 2018. In his junior year, Sanders rushed for 1,274 yards and nine touchdowns, showcasing his potential as a top-tier running back.
In the 2019 NFL Draft, Sanders was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round with the 53rd overall pick. He made an immediate impact, setting a franchise record for rookie rushing yards with 818 and adding three rushing touchdowns, along with 50 receptions for 509 yards and three receiving touchdowns. Sanders earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2022 after a standout season, rushing for 1,269 yards and 11 touchdowns.
In March 2023, Sanders signed a four-year, $25 million contract with the Carolina Panthers. However, on March 11, 2025, the Panthers released Sanders to save $5.23 million against the salary cap.
This move came as part of a broader roster shakeup aimed at creating cap space for other team priorities.
As of March 12, 2025, Sanders is a free agent, and his next team will benefit from his proven abilities as a versatile and dynamic running back.