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Rushing Attempts per Game in 2021
Michigan 42.2 (ranked 20)
Georgia 36.6 (ranked 71)
Alabama 36.3 (ranked 75)
Cincinnati 33.6 (ranked 102)
Oklahoma 33.3 (ranked 107)

Rushing Yards per Game in 2021
Michigan 223.8 (ranked 10)
Georgia 194.8 (ranked 31)
Cincinnati 179.8 (ranked 50)
Alabama 147.1 (ranked 81)
Oklahoma 176.6 (ranked 53)

Looking at these stats, I'm not sure any of the playoff teams outside of Michigan can really be considered "ground and pound" offensive schemes (though that obviously depends on how you define "ground and pound"). That said, however you define it, OU isn't that, and their inability to effectively run the football when it counts and control the lines of scrimmage has almost certainly been a big part of what keeps them from getting to the next level.

Rule changes and changes in offensive and defensive schemes/philosophies have made traditional run-heavy schemes outdated. You need to spread it out and throw the football downfield to win big in today's game. But that doesn't mean power running concepts aren't important parts of offenses today or viable schemes, especially in CFB. Being able to dominate the LOS will always be critical in the game of football.

Running is up everywhere in CFB too...Much more running than there was just 3-4 years ago when it was really pass happy.
 
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There was an update on 247 today about his visit to Michigan this weekend. It sounds like he’s signing Wednesday. His final 5 is Auburn, Oregon, Michigan, Penn State, Miami. He used all 5 OV’s so it would be a tough pull at this point.
 
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Baez retweeted his offer tweet today so maybe he thinks we have a chance
 
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