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Jeremy McNichols' ability to move the chains is just crazy. On 44 rushes, 13 went for 1st downs. On 25 catches, 10 went for 1st downs. 23 1st downs on 69 touches. 1 out of every 3 touches was a 1st down!

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McNichols' 1-in-3 touch conversion rate (23 first downs on 69 touches) shows elite chain-moving ability.

McNichols demonstrated elite chain-moving ability in 2025: on 44 rushes, 13 went for first downs; on 25 catches, 10 went for first downs. He generated 23 first downs on 69 total touches, meaning 1 out of every 3 touches resulted in a first down—an exceptional efficiency metric that highlights his value as a dual-threat back capable of extending drives.