2021 Running backs.

Carcassdragger · Post by **Carcassdragger** » Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:39 pm

Let's kickstart this a bit:

Who is going to be our go-to guy?

Wiley had some real flashes last year. Can he be a premier back?

My hope is that Jalen John breaks out also. His high school tape was very impressive.

What about the transfer from Northwestern?

Can our line help these guys and be better than the pathetic bunch they looked to be last year?

Should be an interesting, if not very successful, year.

azgreg · Post by **azgreg** » Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:48 pm

AzCatFan2 · Post by **AzCatFan2** » Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:56 pm

I like Wiley, especially as a pass catcher out of the backfield. Good sense to find the open spot and be available to the QB for dump off passes. And Wiley has shown flashes of what he can do as a runner. My only question is durability. Can Wiley handle 25+ touches a game? JJ Taylor surprised many with his ability to handle the ball all game with his small stature, but pound for pound, JJ was all muscle, could take a beating, and still be strong in the 4th. I hope Wiley can do the same.

azcat49 · Post by **azcat49** » Wed Jul 21, 2021 3:40 pm

One would think Wiley would fit well with the pro style offense we will run. Lots of dump passes or swing plays.

Running wise I think he splits carries with the kid from Northwestern via Chandler HS

OSUCat · Post by **OSUCat** » Wed Jul 21, 2021 9:26 pm

I would expect Wiley (1a)/ Anderson (1b) splitting reps. It’s pretty exciting backfield.

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