DeMarco Murray isn't an upper-tier running back, but he sure has a nice matchup this week. Chicago's run defense has been terrible in recent weeks. As bad as they've been, it will be a surprise if Murray doesn't run for 100-plus and a touchdown.
Check out the numbers ...
Chicago Run Defense Since Week 6 | ||||
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Opponent | Att | Yards | Avg | TD |
Giants | 26 | 123 | 4.7 | 2 |
Washington | 43 | 209 | 4.9 | 3 |
Packers | 29 | 199 | 6.9 | 2 |
Lions | 26 | 145 | 5.6 | 0 |
Ravens | 41 | 174 | 4.2 | 1 |
Rams | 29 | 258 | 8.9 | 3 |
Vikings | 40 | 246 | 6.2 | 1 |
Granted this game is in Chicago. Weather could be an issue. But Murray seems to be all systems go for a big game on MNF.
--Ian Allan