NFL: 5 Most Disappointing Running Backs

By Evan Massey | Nov 1, 2014

Dec 15, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) talks with Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (25) following the game at Mall of America Field at H.H.H. Metrodome. The Vikings defeated the Eagles 48-30. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

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Oct 26, 2014; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (25) runs the ball as St. Louis Rams outside linebacker Jo-Lonn Dunbar (58) attempts the tackle during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs won 34-7. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs were expecting another big season from Jamaal Charles this year, but that simply hasn’t been the case. He was coming off of a huge season last year, but that version of Charles hasn’t been able to show up this season. Kansas City has gotten off to a bit of a slow start this year due to the start that Charles has had.

So far this season in six games he has gained just 357 yards and four touchdowns on 78 carries. Whether that lack of big production is due to defenses focusing on shutting down the run or just having an off season, he needs to figure out a way to pick it up.

Kansas City won’t be able to play to their full potential this season until they get their franchise player back on track. He is one of the fastest backs in the league, and he is also one of the best playmakers in the open field. The Chiefs need to focus on getting him the football and creating ways for him to get into the open and make things happen.

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