[charlie22]

I think that goes without saying and since AC has 2 rings already qouldnt you say its in the back of his mind everytime he touches the ball? I mean we all know how bad the Birds want to beat cincy St X and threepeat but bringing the Mr. Football crown back to Fort Thomas would be awesome. My question is if Dale keeps giving him the same amount of touches and he continues to take advantage by putting up these great numbers, will it be enough?

Knowing Austin well, I really don't think it's in the back of his mind when he touches the ball or at any other time either. Some fans get more wrapped up in Mr. Football than the players do. Speaking for myself, I couldn't care less if the Mr. Football award comes back to Ft. Thomas.

Addressing your question, I think the answer depends on what other players do and how successful their teams are in the post season. IE, if Simpson puts up big numbers in the regular season and SK beats X in the playoffs (or even if they lose to X but Simpson has 200 yds rushing and puts on a show) then Austin's limited carries may hurt. But I can assure you that Dale isn't going to let that affect his play calling one iota. Nor should it.