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Depth at running back

Posted: Sat May 03, 2014 3:17 pm
by MarkL
We've talked a lot about our depth at receiver, which is the best depth at the position in my opinion since 2004 when we had Sharon, Sanders, Magner, and McGrady giving defenses hell.

We also have incredible running back depth this year. Obviously Greene is the big guy and will be the focal point, but look at our new offensive scheme and the numbers from EIU last year. They had a 1500 yard rusher and another guy who was within a few of 1000 yards. Babers said he wants the 2014 offense to fit northwest Ohio weather conditions, which to me says an even larger focus on the running game.

Don't be stunned one bit if Givens and Coppet each end up with incredible seasons. Those guys could both thrive in this offense. I'd love to see each of those guys in the 600 - 800 area and Greene go over 1000 again. Now just to see what Houston does. I'd love to see him also become an every down sort of back.

Re: Depth at running back

Posted: Sun May 04, 2014 3:34 pm
by kdog27
I thought all last season Houston should have been used in more situations. He was highly successful when all 11 players knew what was coming!

Re: Depth at running back

Posted: Mon May 05, 2014 11:22 am
by mscarn
Definitely.

Running more offensive plays per game means more opportunities for all of these skill players and there are plenty of them who need to get the ball in their hands. EIU had video-game numbers in both the run and pass game.

Re: Depth at running back

Posted: Mon May 05, 2014 11:28 am
by Flipper
Some of the assistants were tweeting the offensive #'s put up by the WR's and RB's in Baber's offense at EIU last year while asking skill position recruits if they wanted to be a part of that kind of offense. I just love the attitude and enthusiasm these guys are bringing...