Running back Justin Forsett has led the Baltimore Ravens in rushing the last two seasons, and his 1,907 yards rushing the past two seasons are the eighth-most in the NFL. But he faces increased competition for the starting job and carries from Buck Allen, Terrance West, and Kenneth Dixon.
ESPN Fantasy Projection: 736.6 yards rushing, 3.8 touchdowns
Over or under: The odds are against Forsett reaching those rushing yards. Coach John Harbaugh has yet to name a featured back, and the Ravens could end up with a running back by committee. That means there's a good chance of decreased touches for Forsett. The other factor working against Forsett is the track record of offensive coordinator Marc Trestman. In Trestman's 13 years as a head coach or offensive coordinator in the NFL, his offenses have ranked in the top half of rushing attempts per game only twice. Last season, the Ravens set a team record for their fewest rushing attempts. It will be a challenge for Forsett to put up over 700 yards, a number he has only surpassed once in his career.
Who else could see time: It figures to be a long list. Allen, West, and Dixon are all vying for the starting job, and they all present different strengths. Allen is the best pass catcher. West is a strong runner in the red zone. And Davis is the most explosive runner of the group. There might not be one set featured back in Baltimore. The Ravens could go with the hot hand from week to week.
