In terms of the line’s performance in the run game, Denver’s 1.
53 yards rushing before contact per attempt is No. 10 in the league and the backs are averaging 0. 5 yards less than expected per carry, which is tied for No. 29.... To me, this adds up to two things being true at the same time: The Broncos’ offensive line has been solid overall and, to my eye, isn’t the biggest issue in the running game.... One thing is clear so far this fall: The Broncos need more from Dobbins. If they don’t in the next couple of weeks, the door is wide open for Jonah Coleman when he returns from an ankle injury.
Jon Heath·
Dobbins started the game, but RJ Harvey was more involved early, and he ended up with the most touches. Dobbins led the team with 11 carries, but Harvey added 10 receptions to his seven carries. Harvey proved to be a productive receiver out of the backfield, hauling in all 10 targets for 68 yards, but he and Dobbins both averaged just 3.6 yards per carry. Tyler Badie wasn't any better on a small sample size of 3.5 yards per carry on two attempts (Badie did add two receptions for 32 yards). As a team, the Broncos averaged 3.7 yards per carry, which is a disappointing number as the club struggles to establish the run.
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