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Mizzou football: Running backs looks like a strong position

The Missouri Tigers lost junior running back Damarea Crockett as an early draft entrant this past winter.

Crockett’s decision came as a bit of a surprise to some, and though he went undrafted, it may be a good decision in the end as he tries to compete for a spot with the Houston Texans.

The loss of Crockett left the Tigers with four returning backs, including their top rusher in Larry Rountree III and No. 3 guy Tyler Badie.

While the loss of a guy like Crockett, who could be counted on Sundays as early as his rookie year, is a tough one, the Tigers have positioned themselves for much success this season.