61.   The Giants running game faces the best run defense so far in the AFC.

62.   The Giants will be tempted to bring Garnes close to the line of scrimmage in run situations to bolster their run defense.

63.   The end result was a less effective run defense and a nonexistent pass rush.

64.   The Huskers rank fourth in the nation in total defense and fifth in run defense.

65.   The Jets, who a month ago were last in overall defense and last in run defense, are climbing the charts.

66.   The linebackers and safeties also have specific gap assignments in run defense.

67.   The Pittsburgh run defense must deal deftly with backs Ricky Watters and Ahman Green.

68.   The Patriots tightened their run defense in the second half, using Chad Eaton exclusively at nose tackle.

69.   The return of nose guard Jeff Ruckman from a knee injury improves the run defense, while Weldon Forde continues to rush the passer effectively.

70.   The run defense should be better with the return of Pro Bowl tackle Leon Lett for a full season.