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Why it Worked, Packers-Lions Week 17: Run, Rip, Run!

There have been quite a few prolific Green Bay fullbacks over the years. There’s Jim Taylor, Clarke Hinkle, Dorsey Levens, William Henderson, and of course, the latest Lambeau-leaping messiah, John Kuhn. As the sport continues its march towards a 7-on-7 two-hand touch league, however, the fullback position has become nearly extinct. After years and years of skill position specialization - running backs ran, wide receivers caught, tight ends were useless - the league has caught on to utilizing different players in different positions. Running backs are now expected to be excellent pass catchers, wide receivers are getting more carries, and tight ends have become their very own sort of weapon.