After reviewing the "adjusted line yards" data from Football Outsiders, it clearly suggests--at the risk of stating the obvious--that Lamar Miller and the Houston Texans’ running game is struggling.
The question comes down to this: Is the scouting department for the Texans (led by Rick Smith) wrong for bringing in Lamar Miller, or is the coaching (play design and play calling) more to blame for the overall struggle in production?
Sure, we can point the finger at Lamar Miller for having bad measurable stats in terms of not breaking enough tackles compared to other running backs with 100+ touches, but if the opposing defense isn't fooled by Houston's offensive play calling, what chance does any running back have in this system?