I think Gore is underrated, but you are correct that he was not generally a difference maker for most of his career. Holmes was the man for 3 years. He’s more like Jamaal Charles in terms of production: high peak for a few years then mostly meh otherwise.
agree with your top 4 belonging. that’s brand name good RBs. anyone else is fighting to displace any of them
Well, these days NFL Football teams are not built around a running back. RBs are there to complement the passing game and to force defenses to think of all the options.
And, most of this depends on the O-Line, who need to be able to block effectively in both ways (and not tip off the defense as to what play is coming). Otherwise the whole game plan dissolves, regardless of the RB.
As such, the RB is a temporarily filled position. A lengthy career is the exception.
Frank Gore is an interesting exception.
I’d rather not read the article, but it does boil down to what kind of team they’re trying to put together. A one-time SB winner or a dynasty. If dynasty, how long? A long dynasty will need to replace the RB a lot sooner than the QB or other vital personnel.
“Greatest RB” these days (and even for the past 25 years) needs to catch a thrown ball as well.
What about Curtis Martin? I know he started playing in 95, but Holmes started in 97. In addition, Zeke Elliot has almost 1,000 more rushing yards than Priest Holmes.
My Favorite!
look at Frank Gore yards from scrimmage.
also love Curtis
Frank Gore ages like John Stamos. Lucky guys.
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One reason why shit teams stay shit:
I wonder if the EPL will look at that F grade the Jets got for ownership
The survey: NFLPA Team Report Cards 2025 | NFLPA
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I’ll take “Studies With Obvious Results” for $400, Ken
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