NFL Power Rankings: Who will have the best rushing attack this season?

NFL Power Rankings: Which teams will have the best rushing attacks this season?

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) celebrates with running back Gus Edwards (35) after a touchdown by wide receiver Seth Roberts (not pictured) in the second quarter against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Evan Habeeb-USA TODAY Sports /

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Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown (30) walks between drills during an off-season workout inside Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. /

NFL Power Rankings: 28. Cincinnati Bengals

2022 rushing yards rank: 29th
2022 yards per carry rank: 29th

Joe Mixon has consistently produced for the Bengals. Over the past five years, the Pro Bowl running back has rushed for 4,752 yards. However, he has not been particularly efficient. For his career, he has rushed for 4.1 yards per carry.

Last season, Mixon’s statistics followed a similar pattern, as he rushed for 814 yards while averaging 3.9 yards per carry.

During the offseason, No. 2 running back Samaje Perine signed with the Denver Broncos. To fill the need, the Bengals drafted Chase Brown in the fifth round. The All-Big Ten running back rushed for 1,643 yards and 10 touchdowns as a senior. The rookie has potential, but he will likely remain behind Mixon on the depth chart.

After finishing as a bottom-five rushing offense, there is no clear path to massive improvement for the Bengals in 2023.

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