How many times have I told you that you have to run the ball to win football games? Don’t answer that because I don’t have a legitimate tally anyway. But it’s a lot, and let leave it at that. Here’s a look at the top rushing offenses in the nation. Look at that combined 20-3 record so far. Stunning, isn’t it? Don’t answer that, either.
Team, YPG, Rec.
Ravens, 196.3, 2-2
Panthers, 167.8, 4-0
Broncos, 165.2, 4-1
Vikings, 150.2, 5-0
Chiefs, 144.0, 5-0
TWO-MINUTE DRILL (If you read slowly)
– These guys have the longest streaks of touching the ball without fumbling. Detroit’s James Stewart (467 touches), Oakland’s Charlie Garner (410) Cleveland’s Jamal White (336), Tennessee’s Eddie George (341), Indianapolis’ Marvin Harrison (296).
– Green Bay’s Ahman Green (6,029 yards) and Kansas City’s Priest Holmes (5,941) rank second and third, respectively, in the NFL in scrimmage yards since 2000. So they’ll have something to talk about Sunday.
– Dating back to last year, Kansas City’s red-hot kick returner/receiver Dante Hall has nine TDs in the last 10 games. See, NFL Europe does have a purpose.
– Looks like Bill Parcells is making a difference. The Dallas Cowboys No. 1 offense in the NFL has lost just one fumble. Let’s check for duct tape.
Mandatory Bears item
As required by the Federal Bears Coverage Act of 1986.
Looking for a sign about the outcome in New Orleans? As a high school football player, Louisiana native QB Kordell Stewart won New Orleans Player of Year and Louisiana MVP honors his senior year at Marrero’s John Ehret High School
before he went to Colorado. This is his first NFL game back in his home state. So, you know, that’s kind of nice for him.
