Shannon Brooks and Rodney Smith are a formidable tandem at running back, but the Gophers need to establish more depth at the position.
Between now and the Gophers' spring game at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, April 9, we'll be breaking down each position group on both offense and defense. We'll take a look at who is leaving, who is coming back, and what to watch for before Minnesota takes the field for fall training camp.
Next up? The running backs.
Similar to the quarterback position, there won't be much drama here. The issue at running back will be depth.