NFC East Position Rankings: Running Backs

The running back position in the NFC East is without a doubt the most talented in the league. With the likes of Brian Westbrook, Clinton Portis, Brandon Jacobs and Marion Barber, all these backs except Jacobs have been invited to a Pro Bowl at least once. This is not a knock to Jacobs however, as he rushed for over 1000 yards last season and was only outdone by the likes of Clinton Portis, Michael Turner, and Adrian Peterson. Since it would almost be impossible to rank these four backs on just their running abilities, the rotation of all the running backs on each roster, their ability to catch the ball, and to pass block have been taken into account.   4. Washington Redskins The Redskins are somewhat old fashioned in their approach to the running game. Instead of trying to employ an effective rotation with a one-two punch, they instead have a single feature back. That back being none other than Clinton Portis. Clinton Portis is a top tier running back with great vision and the ...