Penn State running back Nick Singleton has been medically cleared and has officially resumed running, according to @AdamSchefter of ESPN. Singleton had been recovering from a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot, an injury sustained during the Senior Bowl earlier this offseason.
The medical update comes at a crucial juncture for the prospect. With the NFL Draft scheduled to begin next week, Singleton is widely projected to be a mid-round selection. The news that he has returned to running activities provides NFL teams with necessary confirmation regarding his recovery trajectory as they finalize their draft boards.
During his time at Penn State, Singleton established himself as a dynamic playmaker in the backfield. The Senior Bowl injury had briefly clouded his draft stock, but this clearance serves as a major milestone in his path to the professional ranks. Teams interested in the Nittany Lions star now have updated medical data to consider before the draft kicks off.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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