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Royce Freeman Just Became First Rookie RB To Start In A Broncos Opener Since 1995

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DENVER (CBS4) - Royce Freeman just became the first rookie running back to start for the Broncos in a regular season opener since Terrell Davis did it back in 1995.

After a stellar college career for the Oregon Ducks, the Broncos picked Freeman in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

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Freeman led the Broncos with 5.6 yards per carry and three touchdowns during the preseason.

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