Steelers vs. Patriots: Bold Predictions for AFC Championship Game 2017

LeGarrette Blount Gets More Touches Than Dion Lewis

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Last week against the Texans, Lewis finished with 33 offensive snaps, 15 touches and 20 opportunities (carries plus targets), compared to just 27, 8 and 8 for Blount. It would appear that the former has surpassed the latter on the depth chart, but that would be making the mistake of believing that Bill Belichick has an actual running back depth chart. It comes down more to matchup than anything else, and it wouldn't be a shock if the Pats get back to a heavy dose of Blount against a Steelers teams he gashed for 24 carries, 127 yards and two scores back in Week 7. Lewis will still be involved--he's too dynamic not to be--but Blount, who received 10-plus touches in every game until last week, will get back to his early-down role, as the Pats look to set the tone against a physical defense. (Getty)