Yesterday's game was our first chance to see Johnson as the featured back. He seems like a solid receiver and has good speed, but I'm not a big fan of his running style. He seems weak, frankly. A few times yesterday when he made contact with a defender it looked like a balloon hitting a brick wall. He also spends too much time running sideways for my taste.

I realize that Steele is valuable as a kick returner and kick cover guy and perhaps can't also be our full time tailback, but I prefer him to Johnson. I also sincerely hope that we give Slaton a shot when he heals up.