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C.J. Anderson and Jamaal Charles can, and must, co-exist

By Sayre Bedinger

Sep 17, 2015; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (25) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. The Broncos won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 17, 2015; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (25) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. The Broncos won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /
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The Denver Broncos have a talented stable of running backs, but can they stay healthy? Why C.J. Anderson and Jamaal Charles must co-exist…

Since the Denver Broncos made the move to sign running back Jamaal Charles, the topic of discussion has turned to which running back the Broncos will now get rid of. But does it have to be that way?

Some viewed the signing of Charles as an opportunity for the Broncos to get rid of C.J. Anderson, who has also struggled with injuries the last few seasons. While eventually the Broncos may look to get something out of their depth at running back (like they did in the trade of Kapri Bibbs), the situation for the time being calls for Jamaal Charles and C.J. Anderson to co-exist.

And honestly, the Broncos will be better off for it.

Here’s what Charles had to say about his new teammate Anderson:

"“I just love C.J. Anderson’s game. He’s powerful and he’s fast. He is physical and he breaks tackles. Just playing with a guy like that, I just want to come in here and help the team with my explosiveness. I want to come up and play for each other and push each other to get better. That’s the goal at the end of the day. Now we’re on the same team, so we’re going to try and push each other to get to the one goal, and that’s another Super Bowl.”* Denver Broncos RB Jamaal Charles (quotes obtained via Denver Broncos PR)"

The response from Anderson was equally positive…

https://twitter.com/cjandersonb22/status/859524208677748736

https://twitter.com/cjandersonb22/status/859540600969977858

The move to acquire Charles could be exactly what the doctor ordered for not only Anderson, but also last year’s fourth round pick Devontae Booker. Both Anderson and Booker struggled last season and if you’re asking me, Anderson’s problem has never been his talent but the competition he now faces from Booker and Charles should challenge him greatly.

Next: Jamaal Charles' Depth Chart Impact

Anderson is going to have to be at his best, and Booker will too. Anderson provides the Broncos a versatile runner, receiver, and pass blocker who can do a little bit of everything pretty well. He’s quicker than his size might indicate, but the new home run threat in this Denver offense is Charles, so Anderson is going to have to maximize his opportunities.

Charles’ presence will make everyone in the Broncos’ running back room better, and John Elway got it done with a $900,000 base salary.

Hat’s off.

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