... very well in 2008, but not well enough to foreshadow his ability to be a finalist for the Heisman Trophy in 2009. The two running backs had distinct roles with few exceptions. Mark Ingram came checked in on shorter yardage situations and deep in the red zone, and Glen Coffee was in the game for most other situations.

When it comes to Trent Richardson and Ingram last year, you would be hard pressed to describe his role as "in the shadow." The backs were almost interchangeable in every situation.

Statistically speaking, Richardson was in his shadow, but the tale of the tape flat out says Richardson performed in games and situations when Ingram didn't.

Richardson's performance as a freshman already has some College Footbal...

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