For just the third time in his 8 year NFL career, Edgerrin James failed to break the 1,200 yard rushing mark. However, as the season went on, "Edge" seemed to get better and better, improving his average per carry from 3.4 yards per carry in his first 3 games, to 4.2 yards per carry in his last 5 games, not to mention 3 100 yard performances.
Edge should be able to put up good numbers in 2007, under the guidance of new head coach Ken Whisenhunt, who as former Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Coordinator, was known for running the ball.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Atlanta Falcons Running Back Warrick Dunn - Lots Of Yards But Not TDs
The knock against Atlanta Falcons running back Warrick Dunn is that although he usually puts up plenty of rushing yards, he doesn't get into the end zone very often.
Look for more of the same in 2007 - about 1,200 yards with a few trips into the end zone.
Look for more of the same in 2007 - about 1,200 yards with a few trips into the end zone.
Baltimore Ravens Running Back Willis McGahee - Better Things In 2007?
Finishing short of the 1,000 yard rushing mark in 2006, Willis McGahee was a disappointment to many fantasy football owners. He has a new home in Baltimore, but his struggles may continue.
On the plus side of things, the Ravens passing game has improved dramatically under the direction of Steve Mcnair, which should open up the running game.
The Ravens will give McGahee more opportunities to prove himself in 2007, as former starter Jamal Lewis had 314 carries in 2006. Because of this, a 1,200 yard rushing season is within reach of McGahee in 2007.
On the plus side of things, the Ravens passing game has improved dramatically under the direction of Steve Mcnair, which should open up the running game.
The Ravens will give McGahee more opportunities to prove himself in 2007, as former starter Jamal Lewis had 314 carries in 2006. Because of this, a 1,200 yard rushing season is within reach of McGahee in 2007.
Buffalo Bills Running Back Marshawn Lynch - Rookie In Training
Last year's started Willis McGahee has departed, and rookie Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch will take his place.
The road will not be easy for Lynch, as the Bills averaged only 3.7 yards per carry on the ground in 2006.
The upside for Lynch is that the Bills are starting to put together a better passing game. If the Bills an step it up a notch in 2007 and start to throw opposing defenses off balance with their passing game, Lynch has a chance to break the 1,000 yard rushing mark during his first year as a Bill.
The road will not be easy for Lynch, as the Bills averaged only 3.7 yards per carry on the ground in 2006.
The upside for Lynch is that the Bills are starting to put together a better passing game. If the Bills an step it up a notch in 2007 and start to throw opposing defenses off balance with their passing game, Lynch has a chance to break the 1,000 yard rushing mark during his first year as a Bill.
Carolina Panthers Running Back - Deshaun Foster - The Next Fragile Freddie?
Every year it seems that often injured Carolina Panthers running back Deshaun Foster is primed for a breakout year, and every year he seems to disappoint. In 2006, Foster managed only 897 yards and 3 touchdowns, while missing two games due to injury.
At best, Foster is best used as a third stringer. If Foster can't pull it together in training camp, look for DeAngelo Williams to challenge for the starting job.
At best, Foster is best used as a third stringer. If Foster can't pull it together in training camp, look for DeAngelo Williams to challenge for the starting job.
Chicago Bears Running Back Cedric Benson - Time To Shine
2006 Chicago Bears starting running back Thomas Jones has moved on to New York, which means Cedric Benson has finally landed the starting job.
While Jones shouldered most of the load in 2006, Jones and Benson had eerily similar stats, both averaging 4.1 yards a carry, although Benson had a higher yards per reception average, at 6.8 yards per reception, compared to Jones 4.3 yards per reception.
If Benson can stay healthy, he should be able to easily reach the 1,200 yard rushing mark, although the Bears need to improve their red zone offense, which has limited Bears running backs scoring production on the ground in recent years. If you draft Benson, make sure to pick up his backup, Adrian Peterson, in the later rounds of the draft just in case Benson goes down with an injury.
While Jones shouldered most of the load in 2006, Jones and Benson had eerily similar stats, both averaging 4.1 yards a carry, although Benson had a higher yards per reception average, at 6.8 yards per reception, compared to Jones 4.3 yards per reception.
If Benson can stay healthy, he should be able to easily reach the 1,200 yard rushing mark, although the Bears need to improve their red zone offense, which has limited Bears running backs scoring production on the ground in recent years. If you draft Benson, make sure to pick up his backup, Adrian Peterson, in the later rounds of the draft just in case Benson goes down with an injury.
Cincinnati Bengals Running Back Rudy Johnson - Mr. Consistency
Cincinnati Bengals Running Back Rudy Johnson consistently puts up big numbers, year in and year out. He has rushed for at least 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns over the last three years, and the only reason to anticipate any kind of a drop off in production is if backup running back Chris Perry starts to see more touches.
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