"Looking at it from a numbers standpoint, the Patriots' running game can be considered middle of the road.

It ranked 17th in rushing attempts (438), 20th in rushing yardage (1,764) and tied for 21st in rushing average (4.0). You would have to scroll down 27 places to find the Patriots top rusher, BenJarvus Green-Ellis (667 yards).

Just don't try to dish those numbers off to running backs coach Ivan Fears without an immediate rebuttal. He insists the passing game is so successful because the team does have the ability to run the ball if needed."