Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Commentary: ASU's Cyrus just wants 'foot in door' to NFL

MONTGOMERY, Alabama -- Malcolm Cyrus fell just short of achieving the second half of his "15-and-15" goal, but proved to be one of best running backs in college football as he rushed for 1,662 yards and 12 touchdowns last season.

"I was close," Cyrus said with a laugh.

Now the former Alabama State star is looking to achieve his ultimate goal — to play in the NFL.

"All I want is a foot in the door, an opportunity," Cyrus said.



Before the 2014 season, Cyrus set a goal to rush for 1,500 yards and 15 touchdowns. He didn't score 15 times, but earned SWAC co-offensive player of the year honors. Cyrus rushed for 466 yards more than second-leading rusher Lenard Tillery — and played in one less game than the Southern sophomore.

Cyrus doesn't expect to get drafted, but if he's invited to an NFL camp, he plans to play on Sundays.

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