If there was one weakest link on the Detroit Lions last year, it came from the inability to sustain a consistent running game. Though many pointed the finger at the organization for not addressing the problem and replacement players for not getting the job done, it was hard to seriously play the blame game considering the rash of injuries which plagued the position nearly all of last year. This season, things haven't gotten off to an excellent start in that department either, meaning uncertainty could once again dominate early season tailback talk.
Today, we nervously put the running back position under the microscope. With injury or without, what's 2012 looking like behind Matthew Stafford? Here's a few hints:
Who's The Guy? Jahvid Best and Mikel Leshoure. Obviously, these two are both the go to guys when healthy at the running back position. Problem is, neither one has been participating much in training camp due to injuries once again. Best is still sitting ...
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August 21, 2012
