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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Dec 4, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) gains yards after the catch during the first half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /

NFL Power Rankings: 27. Washington Commanders

2022 rushing yards rank: 12th
2022 yards per carry rank: 28th

The Commanders had a productive rushing offense in 2022; they recorded the 12th-most rushing yards in the NFL (2,143).

However, most of that “success” was attributed to pure volume. The Commanders were fourth in rushing attempts (538) and 28th in yards per carry (4.0). Brian Robinson Jr. and Antonio Gibson both averaged under 4.0 yards per carry.

If quarterback Sam Howell wins the starting job, he would give them another rushing threat. Howell rushed for 828 yards and 11 touchdowns as a junior at North Carolina. As a rookie, he rushed for 35 yards and a touchdown in his lone start.

The Howell variable could boost the Commanders up these rankings. He would open up the offensive playbook with zone reads.

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