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Originally Posted by dsvitak
My view may not be mainstream, but I believe that outside of a VERY few exceptional runners (Barry Sanders, Marshall Faulk, etc.), that a decent NCAA running back can do well, even be All Pro, behind an excellent front line.
Conversely, a BAD O-line makes it nearly impossible to accrue big numbers for even a very good runner.
So..save your money, beef up the line, and cycle in average to decent RB's. Your team will be better for it.
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I thought that view was mainstream. You're not doing crap without a decent OL And just about any decent back can get a lot of yards with a good offensive line. I'd say that's the general rule. But sometimes a RB comes around that is much better than the rest, and has a good OL blocking for him. Do you pay?
Side notes.
I thought Barkley had more leverage than the other backs. Especially when you consider that the Giants aren't doing anything without him.
Tony Pollard was quick to sign his tag. He was a 4th round pick. He'll make twice as much this year than he did in all 4 rookie years.