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Do you really need a strong running game to win in the NFL?

I know it’s an old adage that you need to run in order to set up the pass, and that you need to run the ball to win. You will often hear announcers say, “they need to establish the ground game,” but rarely hear, “they need to throw for 300 yards.”

I think the Cards this year are a pretty good example that you don’t need a great ground attack, but, you do need to have the THREAT of a running attack to win. Cards started season 7-3 with James and an adequate running attack.

They faltered when James sat, his replacements did diddley-squat, and teams decided there was no threat. You might say the Cards went into a crash & burn mode during this period. With no run threat, opponents only had to worry about a one facit offense.

They turned it back around when James was put back in and gave them a threat. No one would say their rushing totals were impressive in any of the play-offs, just adequate.

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The third week of the preseason schedule begins Thursday night with three games. This is the big week of preseason football, as holders play for a half-filled some of the participants to deepen in the third quarter.

BetRepublic look at the games in their sports betting program Thursday Night television, as well as TV host Sonny Palermo and Greg spoke Dempson college football and the NFL out in the Betting Show Wednesday night.

The feature game of the night to the Jacksonville Jaguars against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Philadelphia: – 7 ½

Over / Under: 37

Michael Vick is history. It will action and word is it will be the first team offense. There are a lot of speculation about how head coach Andy Reid Vick used throughout the season as Donovan McNabb is a lock as the starting quarterback. Vick could be number two or three quarterback in the list but it is too much of a single athlete to hold a clipboard all season.

The three-time Pro Bowl not played in an NFL game since December 31, 2006. Against the Jaguars will relieve McNabb that is designed to play deep into the third quarter. Vick will have a few reps with the first team, according to Reid, but will not be asked to do much.

The Eagles have yet to win a preseason game losing both New England and Indianapolis. Running back Brian Westbrook returned to practice Last week ankle surgery and will not play against the Jaguars. The offensive line has been hit hard by injuries. LT Jason Peters has been bothered by injury quadriceps most of training camp and left guard Todd Herremans will miss the start of the season with a stress reaction in his foot.

Stacy Andrews is recovering from ACL surgery in January has not played in any of the first two preseason games. His brother Shawn Andrews back to injure your back on the first day of camp and has not been in practice since then.

The loss of star linebacker defensive half, Stewart Bradley for the season will hurt the Eagles. It will be difficult to replace his leadership and 151 tackles, but for Joe Mays to make a statement against the Jaguars.

The Jaguars are also winless in the preseason but QB David Garrard has looked very good. He has a new favorite target in the ancient Vikings Troy Williamson, who has had two very good games. The Jaguars are looking to recover from last year and this will be a good test to see how they will be competitive. Maurice Jones-Drew played the entire first half and should be effective against the Eagles.

Linebacker Clint Ingram suffered a head injury in the last game and is very doubtful as linebacker Lamar Myles who suffered a hand injury.

St. Louis at Cincinnati

Bengals: – 2 ½

Over / Under: 35

The Rams have not looked very well in the preseason even though he obtained a victory in a game against the Jets. The Bengals on the other hand have played very well especially on the defensive side of the ball.

The big news in this game is that Carson Palmer will not play when recovering of an ankle injury. JT O'Sullivan will get the start, but no one would confuse for Palmer. Third series QB Jordan Palmer, Carson's brother, will get a good look against the Rams.

Cedric Benson is trying to have a great game, but the loss of tight end Reggie Kelly for the season with an ACL injury will affect operation and transmission of the Bengals game. The defense has been playing well at the time and place for the Patriots to six points in the second preseason game.

The Rams have been inconsistent and now likely face the Bengals without starting QB Marc Bulger, who is out after injuring the little finger of his release hand. Former Raven Kyle Boller will get most of the plays. Left tackle Alex Barron has a swollen knee and will be replaced in the lineup by rookie Jason Smith first round. WR Donnie Avery is still nursing an injury and will not play.

Betrepublic Check out for more analysis on these games.

Miami at Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay – 2 ½

Over / Under: 35

Miami goes to Tampa with a ton of gadget plays and two preseason games under his belt quite consistent. Chad Pennington looks great after have the opportunity to be in the field of dolphins for a full offseason. The game is running with Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams wore.

Defensive Backs Sean Smith and Jason Allen should be back in the lineup after missing the last game with flu-like symptoms fever. Jason Taylor has done a good look at his return so far.

Tampa Bay still trying to figure out who will be the starting quarterback. Byron Leftwich should get most of the first half lace but Luke McCown for playing with many of the first string in the second half. Both quarterbacks will receive much support from a running game very well with former giant Derrick Ward, Cadillac Williams and Earnest Graham.

The Bucs were a great success on defense this week, when they lost linebacker Angelo Crowell for the season to a biceps injury torn. Cornerback Elbert Mack will miss the Dolphins game with a sprained ankle. Safety Will Allen has become the practice and could play against the fins.

Enjoy all the action of the preseason and good luck with your choices.

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