James Starks would be the guy. If ever there was a back that passes the eye test, it’s Starks. So far in this camp, he has looked explosive, especially in the passing game. He looks more comfortable catching the ball. I have a feeling that might be his niche on this team. Let me tell you, when he gets his hips turned upfield, he’ll make a defensive back’s heart beat faster. The air moves when he runs in the open field. Don’t quit on this guy. He has rare physical ability.

Vic wrote:

Personally, I don't like his upright style of running the ball as it exposes him to more punishment; and based on the first couple years in the NFL and his college career, staying on the field is an issue. So his running style doesn't lend him an advantage to stay healthy.

I haven't given up on him, if he can help the club, awesome. But consuming a roster spot and having to be shelved yearly for a couple games, does his couple games of contributions really help the club in totality is the question.

To date.. not sold that the cost outweighs the potential to assist, this season with more talent being added to the running backs, his inability to stay healthy yet consuming a roster spot is only going to become more of a tax.

Like Neal, this is a put up or see ya preseason for Starks. We shall see how it shakes out.

Originally Posted by: Pack93z 

Thing about that is, it's something he can fix. You can't teach a guy to run faster, to have vision or have power.

But you CAN teach a guy to stay low and run behind his pads.

Originally Posted by: nerdmann