Saints’ 3-back attack rolling

papz · 10-05-2011, 05:46 PM

METAIRIE - None of the Saints running backs are approaching the kind of individual rushing numbers that would merit Pro Bowl consideration.

Together, however, Darren Sproles, Mark Ingram and Pierre Thomas have become a formidable combination.

Jacksonville found that out during a 23-10 loss Sunday in which the Saints amassed 177 yards on the ground.

“If you can get each guy 10 to 12 touches a game, it will keep them fresh throughout the game, keep them fresh throughout the season and keep them healthy,” said fullback Jed Collins, who has been busy learning the nuances of blocking for each of them. “Each guy presents such a different threat ... so it’s neat to see how (Saints coaches) are using each one.”

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10-05-2011, 05:46 PM	#1
papz Problem? Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans Posts: 11,772	Saints’ 3-back attack rolling METAIRIE - None of the Saints running backs are approaching the kind of individual rushing numbers that would merit Pro Bowl consideration. Together, however, Darren Sproles, Mark Ingram and Pierre Thomas have become a formidable combination. Jacksonville found that out during a 23-10 loss Sunday in which the Saints amassed 177 yards on the ground. “If you can get each guy 10 to 12 touches a game, it will keep them fresh throughout the game, keep them fresh throughout the season and keep them healthy,” said fullback Jed Collins, who has been busy learning the nuances of blocking for each of them. “Each guy presents such a different threat ... so it’s neat to see how (Saints coaches) are using each one.” Full article below. Saints
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