Unit Analysis: Running Backs

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July b15 issue of Sporting News...

NFC:
Falcons - A
Seahawks - A-

Cowboys - Julius Jones showed star potential last season. Anthony Thomas is a quality backup. Grade - B+

Lions - B+
Packers - B+
Saints - B+

Giants - Tiki Barber keeps getting better with age, but the backup situation is muddled. Grade - B+

Panthers - B
Bears - B
Vikings - B

Eagles - The three-headed attack is back, with playmaker Brian Westbrook as the headliner. Grade - B

Rams - B
Buccaneers - B

Redskins - Clinton Portis can be a big play threat. Ladell Betts is a solid backup. Grade - B

49ers - C
Cardinals - C-


AFC:
Ravens - A
Colts - A
Chiefs - A
Chargers - A
Patriots - A-
Jets - A-
Bills - B+
Broncos - B+
Bengals - B
Dolphins - B
Raiders - B
Steelers - B
Texans - B-
Jaguars - B-
Titans - B-
Browns - C+