The Patriots had a very full roster at the running back position when the season started but veteran Fred Taylor has separated himself from the rest.  Taylor has carried the ball 38 times for 176 yards (4.6 ypc) with 2 TD runs.  He has also caught 1 pass for 4 yards this season.  Fred Taylor is in the perfect situation in New England because of the quality depth behind him he won’t get overworked.