Royale with Cheese Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 He averaged 4.6 ypc and 870 rushing yards last year. He had 7 games last year with single digit attempts. He was splitting reps with Moss early on and we had terrible run blocking ahead of him….he started getting the lions share in the last 4-5 games. I think this year he does it. He will get the majority share of the carries and I don’t see our run blocking being as bad this year. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Don't see it. That doesn't mean he won't have a productive year though. This season he has a healthy Moss and Cook to share the backfield with. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Nope. He’ll split touches with Moss and Cook. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillies Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 (edited) 59 yards per game X 17 gets you 1,000. I think he gets it, barring injury. And if he has just three 100 yard games, the average needed for the other 14 games is only 50 yards. Edited August 31, 2022 by BuffaloBillies 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Scrimmage yards? Absolutely. Rushing yards? I believe it is possible, because I believe we will be running the ball more than we did last year, but it will be close. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 No. The offense runs thru Allen. The Bills are a passing team. Its not like the Titans or Colts where the offense runs thru the RB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: He averaged 4.6 ypc and 870 rushing yards last year. He had 7 games last year with single digit attempts. He was splitting reps with Moss early on and we had terrible run blocking ahead of him….he started getting the lions share in the last 4-5 games. I think this year he does it. He will get the majority share of the carries and I don’t see our run blocking being as bad this year. I think the Bills offense is the worst offense to be on for a player looking for huge individual stats. Loads of options to give the ball to and I'm sure it'll be spread around quite a bit. Singletary could EASILY be a perennial 1,000 yard RB in an offense that feeds him the ball. That's just not this offense. His YPC have been among the top of the NFL in each of his seasons. As you pointed out, he (inexplicably, if you ask me) had seven games last year with single-digit attempts. Getting to 870 in this offense is nothing short of phenomenal. I'm not gonna "pound the table," for him to get the ball a heck of a lot more. Clearly, what the Bills do on offense is very effective. My mind continues to be boggled by the Singletary haters on this board. The "he can't carry the ball 20-25 games per game," narrative is silly. How the ***** does anyone know that?? He's never been asked to do it! Anyway, I voted no. Not because he doesn't have the talent/ability to do it; only because this is a pass-heavy offense with a running QB and three RBs to share the load. Edited August 31, 2022 by Gugny 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorin' Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 He had over 1,000 all purpose yards last year, and only Diggs had more yards than him. I think we run the ball more effectively this year. Could happen. Really depends on how many touches we give Cook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maynard Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I seriously doubt it with Allen, Moss, and Cook in the fold. We are a pass first team, unless Dorsey changes it up. I doubt that too though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeAndy Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 If he gets enough chances to run, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted August 31, 2022 Author Share Posted August 31, 2022 11 minutes ago, BuffaloBillies said: 59 yards per game X 17 gets you 1,000. I think he gets it, barring injury. And if he has just three 100 yard games, the average needed for the other 14 games is only 50 yards. This is how I see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan in Cleveland Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I'd rather see Knox get 1000 receiving yards. I'd be fine if they let Singletary be a true lead back but history suggests a rotation and a healthy Moss will get plenty of carries. 4 minutes ago, Gugny said: I think the Bills offense is the worst offense to be on for a player looking for huge individual stats. Loads of options to give the ball to and I'm sure it'll be spread around quite a bit. Singletary could EASILY be a perennial 1,000 yard RB in an offense that feeds him the ball. That's just not this offense. His YPC have been among the top of the NFL in each of his seasons. As you pointed out, he (inexplicably, if you ask me) had seven games last year with single-digit attempts. Getting to 870 in this offense is nothing short of phenomenal. I'm not gonna "bang the table," for him to get the ball a heck of a lot more. Clearly, what the Bills do on offense is very effective. My mind continues to be boggled by the Singletary haters on this board. The "he can't carry the ball 20-25 games per game," narrative is silly. How the ***** does anyone know that?? He's never been asked to do it! Anyway, I voted no. Not because he doesn't have the talent/ability to do it; only because this is a pass-heavy offense with a running QB and three RBs to share the load. Diggs led the league in receptions two years ago. I agree Bills can and should spread the ball around, but that doesn't mean a player can't individually do well too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Realist Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Going to have 4 guys running the ball including Allen. I don't see him getting 1,000. However, I do see him having a productive season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris from Rochester Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 If he was the featured back then yes, just think we will be running back by committee this year. He's definitely a solid back in this league and while I do not think he will be a Bill next year, at the right price I would love to see him return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookie Man Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 It's possible. I think KD will call a more balanced game than Daboll. The offense started rolling and team was playing it's best ball in the 2nd half of the TB. That's also when DS started to get more involved. I'm just not sure how the reps will get split up. If DS gets the touches, he could easily surpass 1k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemma Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 2 more carries per game, maybe less than that if he & the OL stay reasonably healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikef272002 Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I think with Dorsey calling plays and an improved OL he'll get to 1,000. However, the Bills averaged 64 plays on offense last year ( https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/how-many-possessions-team-receive-per-game-nfl). So lets say they average that again. Out of 64 plays who gets the pig skin is decided on game planning, defensive schemes, weather, injuries and other factors but on average I'll take a shot at it keeping in mind that if Singletary is to get to 1,000 yards he needs 59 yards per game. 1) Allen runs it 4 times per game (60 left) 2) Diggs gets the pig skin 7 times a game (53 left) 3) Davis gets it 6x a game (47 left) 4) McKenzie gets it 5x a game (42 left) 5) Knox gets it 5x a game (37 left) 6) Incomplete passes 7x (30 left) 7) Moss / Cook get it 6x a game (24 left) 8 ) Other TE's and "others" get it 6x per game (18 left) That leaves about 18 plays "on average" to hand the ball to Singletary - a few of those will likely be screen passes so lets adjust it to 15 running plays for Singletary. Last year he averaged 4.6 YPC X 15 = 69 yards per game average. Obviously a lot happens and these numbers are only my personal guess on touches average per game for each player but a probably pretty close. With that said, it is totally possible and realistic to think that Singletary gets well over 1,000 yards this year. IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 (edited) For context, only seven running backs in the NFL broke 1,000 rushing yards last year, and that's with the extra regular season game. One of those was Zeke and he had 1,002 yards. The Bills are very likely to be a pass-heavy team again, and between the known RB committee, and risk of injury in general from the RB position, it's highly unlikely that Singletary gets enough volume and/or is efficient enough to break the 1,000 yard mark. Is it possible? Of course. Just don't bet on it. Edited August 31, 2022 by Tommy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All_Pro_Bills Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I expect Singletary will have a productive year. Meaning he makes the most of his touches. Whether he accumulates the stats to break the 1K rushing yards level I'm not so sure. With the addition of Cook and what looks like a healthy Moss the Bills look good at RB. Add in what should be better performance from the offensive line group and improvement in the yards per rushing attempt stat, I think the Bills will meet one important goal. Being able to run the ball effectively when they "need" to run the ball. Whether that's getting the tough yards in the red zone, running some clock when required, or going to the ground game if the passing game stalls out. The other thing I want to see with the backfield of Singletary, Moss, and Cook are less Josh Allen designed runs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Not enough touches to go around. I expect about 700-900 yards for Motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBonhamRocks Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I think so. He has a good YPC and I expect this year’s offense to run more efficiently mostly due to Kromer but also because it is tough to see Dorsey pulling a Daboll with 17 straight passes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
without a drought Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Are the Bills dressing Gilliam and 4 rb's on game days? Where does Moss figure in all of this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 There was a similar thread last year, Diggs and Singletary both over 1000. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allen2D̶i̶g̶g̶s̶TBD Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I think he'll be our most effective runner, but he will only reach 1,000 if Moss is injured for a significant part of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your Brown Eye Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 as other's have said...too many mouth's to feed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I see both sides. It's a 17-game season so to reach 1,000, Motor only needs to average 58.8 yards/game. And while I do think Moss and Cook will get touches, Motor will be the feature back. On the other hand, Josh is the cornerstone of the offense. Motor is just a supporting actor among three supporting actors in the backfield. I vote no - but it'll be close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 No, because he's not used as the bell-cow back. I do think the Bills will put more emphasis on the run game, but the RB room just got more crowded with Cook in the mix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Wait, is this the contract year If so yes If not no Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 2 minutes ago, HOUSE said: Wait, is this the contract year If so yes If not no They just signed rookie James Cook to a new contract this year, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted August 31, 2022 Author Share Posted August 31, 2022 3 minutes ago, HOUSE said: Wait, is this the contract year If so yes If not no It is his contract year. So I expect 2,000 yards. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddaryl Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I say it comes down to the OL and how improved our run blocking is. If we're able to pound the ball with great success he may get the touches necessary to acheive the mile stone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 2 minutes ago, LeGOATski said: They just signed rookie James Cook to a new contract this year, yes. I thought this was about singletary....oops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 4 minutes ago, HOUSE said: I thought this was about singletary....oops 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpberr Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Yes he will. Some of the losses last year were due to an abandonment of the running game. There will be less Josh Allen runs in games the Bills match up against clearly inferior opponents later in the season. Won't be surprised to see him go over 100 versus the Rams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Myself, I doubt it. But certainly possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 We will have too much of a time share between Singletary, Cook, and Moss for this to happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrownBear Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 If he can average 5.2 ypc, he has a chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Boy Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 His average ypc is more important. This hold true for the running backs , in general. The additions of Kromer and Saffold are paramount in this. Upthread it was suggested we won’t run enough. I fervently hope Dorsey calls more runs and also significantly fewer runs for JA. I agree that those runs will be split , especially if Cook or Moss become hot. That’s why it would surprise me to see him over 1000 rushing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 2 hours ago, Beast said: Don't see it. That doesn't mean he won't have a productive year though. This season he has a healthy Moss and Cook to share the backfield with. Thats why I said no. Only because they like to share the load. But I think he is more than capable. Singletary may be the most under rated player on the team. I’ve rewatched every game from last year.. some multiple times in my craving for the Bills season to start. It’s amazing how effective he is at making the first guy miss, and always driving forward for extra yards once he is hit. He doesn’t have breakaway speed. But he has good vision and reliably gets every yard out of a play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forlorn hope Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I've said it before, ppl are going to be shocked opening day and throughout the year how much powerful our run game will be, more pro sets and two tight end sets. You're going to see an offense that is impossible to tell what's coming. Adding saffold , quessenberry and having the size and power with Brown and Doyle. Then add in kromers coaching. It's going to be the biggest reason outside of QB on why we win the super bowl. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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