SportsPac12 examines the running back position in the Pac-12

USC has some weaknesses. Running back is not one of them, unless you are concerned about depth at the position. The Trojans could use another body or two, but if that’s the worst problem at a position group, it’s not that big a problem.

Not with Travis Dye, the transfer from Oregon, joining Stanford transfer Austin Jones in a very talented backfield which also has considerable Pac-12 playing experience. Dye and Jones know how to attack opposing Pac-12 defenses, which will make them even tougher to deal with this coming season.

Jack Follman of SportsPac12 ranked the Pac-12 running backs with the 2022 season coming up. Dye and Jones are on the list. See where they specifically land in Follman’s piece.

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DRAKE ANDERSON, ARIZONA

Sep 25, 2021; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Arizona Wildcats running back Drake Anderson (8) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

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ALEX FONTENOT, COLORADO

Sep 25, 2021; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffaloes running back Alex Fontenot (8) dives forward against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the second half at Sun Devil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

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AUSTIN JONES, USC

Sep 4, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Stanford Cardinal running back Austin Jones (20) runs the ball in the second quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

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DESHAUN FENWICK, OREGON STATE

Sep 25, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon State Beavers running back Deshaun Fenwick (5) gets past USC Trojans defensive lineman Tuli Tuipulotu (49) for a short gain in the first half of the game at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne…