The Bearcats lost their leading rusher from 2015 but are still in great position at running back.
Here’s something you may not know: Cincinnati can run the ball. Sure, the Bearcats are absolutely a passing team, ranking in the top 20 nationally in passing offense in each of the last three seasons. In fact, last season, they finished No. 6.
With that said, UC can still move the ball on the ground. The team ranked fifth in the AAC in rushing yardage last season (177.92 yards per game). In 2016, the pass will still be the first priority, but having a strong group of running backs will be critical to balancing the offense as well as giving the passing game options out of the backfield.