greenyellow wrote:It seems like Oregon doesn't like to keep a lot of RBs on the team considering how much they run. Only 4 RBs on a team that is heavily reliant on the running attack. You have to wonder what Oregon would do if they suffered a sudden rash of injuries. I think that Oregon should keep about 5-6 RBs not just 4 on the roster at any one time.
The current numbers at running back are not by choice. Like at other positions, the Ducks aren't always able to land all the players they want. The Ducks are definitely thinner at running back at the moment than they would like to be, which is why they are still recruiting running backs.
The durability of James is a question mark right now, plus he is recovering from a shoulder injury. Alston is recovering from an injury. Crenshaw isn't a difference maker. If Blount were to miss any time next season, the running back position would be very shaky. If the Ducks are able to land some good receivers in this recruiting class, maybe Harper really will be moved to RB full-time.