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Packs on 30 pounds Abanikanda has added 30 pounds to his frame since enrolling last January, John McGonigal of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Abanikanda is vying for the No. 1 running back role for the Panthers entering 201 and was tabbed as that as of last Friday. It's worth noting that Vincent Davis hadn't arrived at camp quite yet at that time, but it certainly seems like the sophomore has moved to the top of the heap after rushing for just 95 yards and a touchdown on 28 carries last season.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 10, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

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AUGUST 6, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Tabbed as current No. 1 back Coach Pat Narduzzi relayed Friday that Abanikanda is considered the Panthers' No. 1 back at the moment, John McGonigal of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact It's worth noting that Vincent Davis didn't practice Friday after his flight was delayed, which delayed his COVID test and result. Davis is expected to join the team at the next practice, so things could change in the future. Regardless of how it plays out, Abanikanda looks to be firmly in the mix for some more work this season after he toted the rock a total of ust 28 times for 95 yards and a touchdown a season ago.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE