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I don't think Hawkins is diminished at all from last year. He is just in a completely different role right now. Last year he was the guy we got on the edge and let him use his tools to get 5 to 8 yards repeatedly. Drones had more carries than anyone, even if you took out sacks. Drones ran most designed QB keepers inside on draws and off guard. Then we had Stewart who excelled on the inside runs and kept the DR'S and LB's honest. When Bill got hurt, that role fell to Hawkins. If he got more outside runs he would be more productive, but someone still has to run inside to keep those defenders honest. Plus this offense, as a whole, is different and doesn't use those plays as frequently.