DaBruinz

I noticed that SMY did a blog entry on all the different accomplishments from last nights game. One that was missed by the Pats PR department

BenJarvus Green-Ellis - 465 and counting - Most number of carries to start a career without a fumble. This got mentioned last night by Gruden and it sounded like Gruden was actually very impressed by this..

supafly

That is one aspect of BJGE that I am sure Belichick does not overlook.

I believe the current touches number was up around 475 (approx.) when Gruden mentioned it, and it is truly remarkable.

He may not be an 'explosive' and fast RB, but when he gets going, he can be extremely effective.

One more player on 'patsfans.com' that somehow managed to break the "he'll never see the field/ he'll NEVER make the team" label...

I think we need one/two more options for a change of pace RB, but it appears that we have that in a nice combo of Woodhead, Faulk, Ridley, and even possibly Vereen.

As long as the O-line continues to improve, and the coaches commit to the running game, I see them at least being effective down the stretch to the point to where they can at least keep the other team's guessing, and hopefully even suck up some clock.

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Bigatrop

I remember reading somewhere that someone who knew BJGE said he has never fumbled....ever. Not in High School, College, or the NFL. That's called protecting the football.

Sciz

I remember reading that too, but it's wrong. He fumbled a few times in college.

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Dufflebagz

Not according to BenJarvus Green-Ellis Statistics | College Football at Sports-Reference.com

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supafly

You sure about that, Sciz? If so, that's the first I've ever heard.

According to everywhere I have looked, including some "pay sites" that you pay to do research, he has never fumbled in the NCAA's at Indiana or Ole Miss.

"Did benjarvus green ellis ever have a fumble in college?"

The KGB Agent answer: "BenJarvus Green-Ellis does not have a record of fumbles in college..."

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supafly

There's another reference that says that he hasn't.

Sports-Reference.com

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supafly

From what I understand there were ESPN and NBC analysts that went all the way back to his High School days, looked through records/talked with his coaches etc...but it couldn't be verified (about high school).

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supafly

You must have him confused with Tarpinian

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PatsWickedPissah

What was great about BJGE last night was the yards he'd make after contact. Over 90% of the time he gains positive yardage, even on blown blocking plays. Under appreciated,

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