re: Only three scholarship running backs on team - anyone know if they are looking to add?

Having three scholarship running backs is obviously very light. Even four isn't a huge cushion if you plan to have a team that can compete for championships.

Just like any other position, running backs generally take time to adjust to the speed and experience of the SEC, the blocking duties, ball security, the receiving duties, etc. There are the phenoms who explode onto the scene immediately, but it's rare.

I remember the team that had Faulk, Collins, Mealey, Cleveland and Johnson. Maybe the best running back collection ever at LSU. Then Cecil went full Cecil, Faulk had nagging injuries, and the bulk of the carries fell to Mealey in several games. Cleveland (10 carries) and Johnson (7 carries) just weren't ready.

I certainly hope Holly returns, but even four running backs isn't overly deep if one goes down for the season and another misses a couple of games. Sure, they could play a walk on, but it doesn't guarantee that he would be anything other than a space filler.

If all works out, 2025 could be a very good group, but I'm more concerned with 2024. A couple of injuries could change the "run first" philosophy they are apparently relying on. While a lot of teams would be set back with a couple of injuries, I wouldn't be confident if they caused LSU to go into games with a diminutive running back with few carries who missed the entire Spring, backed up by a true freshman.

If no one gets hurt, then my concern may be all for naught. I hope that's the case, just as we all do.

I think it’s a little foolish to assume Holly will be able to make an impact after missing spring and summer.

I wish we would go get Tre Citizen!!!

Is there a category between average and below average? That's where I'd put Williams. He's pretty effective when he's in. He just doesn't have breakaway speed.