Jacksonville Jaguars 2010 Running Back Preview
Maurice Jones-Drew
As many expected Jones-Drew had a breakout season in 2009 finishing
with over 1,700 yards and 16 touchdowns. Jones-Drew is similar to
Chris Johnson in that he can score every time he touches the ball
and that is the type of back you want as a fantasy owner. The question
for Jones-Drew will be his supporting cast.
His offensive line is below average, though it is full of potential.
If 2009 #1 pick (8th overall) Eugene Monroe and 2009 #2 pick Eben
Britton take the step up that is expected, the Jaguars offensive
line can rise from the lower-end of NFL O-lines to a above average
O-line. Naturally Jones-Drew would benefit as would the whole of
the Jaguar offense.
If wide receiver's Mike Sims-Walker and 2009 rookie standout Mike
Thomas can stretch the defenses a bit, it will open more holes for
Jones-Drew. If not, in 2010 the opponents of the Jaguars will key
on Jones-Drew and make it very difficult on him. Thus, as the Jaguars
offense goes so will Jones-Drew to an extent.
2009 Statistics:
1,391 Yds - 15 TD's - 53 Rec - 374 Yds - 1 TD's
2010 Projection:
1,302 Yds - 14 TD's - 57 Rec - 485 Yds - 2 TD's
