Backfield

I'm worried about our situation at running back. Seeing as we're apparently going to redshirt Gaston Miller, that leaves us with CJG, JJ, Hawkins, and Ryan van Rensburg (The RV). I don't see much speed there.

CJG is a big back who doesn't hit the holes quickly and does not truck people like a big back should. JJ will be a nice addition to the squad as he should provide a presence in short yardage situations and inside the red zone. And despite how awesome The RV is going to be, he brings pretty much the same skill set as JJ. Lastly, there is Hawkins. He is the only back that seems to have any resemblance of breakaway speed as he averaged 6.9 ypc last year. However he only had 43 carries on the year and hasn't proved he can play a significant amount of snaps a game.

I don't feel comfortable with this depth chart. I think we're going to be able to keep the ball most of the timeby getting those three yard carries that can maintain drives, but we need that running back who can be a deep threat and keep defenses honest against the run. If we had this, we'd be able to incorporate out tight end and take some of the heat off of Nickson.