The Complete 2009 AFC Running Back Predictions

Andy Rarick by Analyst Written on June 19, 2009
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GREEN BAY, WI - DECEMBER 07:  Running back Steve Slaton #20 of the Houston Texans carries the ball while being pursued by Desmond Bishop #55 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half at Lambeau Field on December 7, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The T
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The quarterbacks are done with and now it's time for the running backs.

Teams like the Carolina Panthers, Minnesota Vikings, and Tennessee Titans have relied heavily on their running games the last few seasons (and in the Panthers case, their entire franchise history).

With more teams switching to a two-running back set, their value sky-rocketed just last season when we witnessed one of the best running back draft classes in NFL history.

Players like Matt Forte, Chris Johnson, Steve Slaton, and Jonathon Stewart played a vital role in the team's success. Others like Kevin Smith, Darren McFadden, Jamaal Charles, and Felix Jones are superstars in the making.

The running game is very important. It establishes a solid frame to build a passing attack around. The running game keeps the safeties honest and the linebackers near the line of scrimmage.

Without further ado, here's the predictions for each AFC team! ENJOY!

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