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Message: [QUOTE="TheCusian, post: 1258237, member: 2585"] For me the point is this: Running effectively does what passing effectively never does. It "flattens" a defense out; bringing guys closer to the line of scrimmage. Oregon, tOSU, Chip Kelly's Eagles - all hinge primarily on flattening a defense by bringing more guys into the box or close to it via the run. They then spread you out along the line of scrimmage and use misdirection plays to get puncture the flattened out defense - or to pass over the defenders deep. Lots of big plays for big yardage (it also explains why these same offenses tend to struggle in the red zone - no space to take advantage of the guys up close - they can get into coverage easier). It's always better to be balanced. It's too big an advantage for the offense. [/QUOTE]