After more nonsense talk on the radio about Laurence Maroney's running ability or lack thereof, I decided to check the team's media guide to see where he stands in comparison to other Pats running backs. Through the 2008 season, he has 1,673 yards on 388 carries for a 4.3 average.
His average actually places him #1 all-time for a Pats running back. The only caveat is the list is based on backs with a minimum of 450 carries. That issue aside, he is ahead of some huge names: Corey Dillon, Carl Garrett and Craig James all had 4.2. Don Calhoun, Andy Johnson and Kevin Faulk have 4.1. Let's not forget Jim Nance and Curtis Martin with 4.0.
Through three full seasons Maroney is already #17 on the Pats all-time total rushing yards. He should easily pass Andy Johnson and Steve Grogan this season.
Nobody seems to recall that Kevin Fauk took a lot of abuse early in his career because he was prone to fumbling. Every carry was an adventure. Now in the twi-light of his career, he has become an indispensable part of the Pats offense. Time changes everything.
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