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Vanderbilt running back Ralph Webb is arguably the best rusher in program history.
The junior became the program’s all-time leading rusher this season — and also broke the single-season rushing mark in Vandy’s bowl game loss to North Carolina State on Monday.
Many productive running backs opt to leave for the NFL after their junior seasons. The shelf life for a RB isn’t great, and there’s a general desire to have minimal tread on the proverbial tires.
After the contest, Webb went against conventional wisdom — and opted to return to school for his senior season:
Vanderbilt RB Ralph Webb announces he will return to Nashville for his senior season.
— Zac E. (@rzacellis) December 27, 2016
This is a major turn of events for Vanderbilt. Webb will undoubtedly be one of the best running backs in the country next season.
Why is Ralph Webb returning to Vandy? "I want bowl game and double the wins. We're not playing just to get 6 wins & barely go to bowl game."
— Adam Sparks (@AdamSparks) December 27, 2016
Without question, Derek Mason and company will lean on Webb to get them to a consecutive bowl game in 2017.
