The Saints saw four running backs accumulate 2,013 rushing yards last season. New Orleans featured Pierre Thomas, Chris Ivory, Darren Sproles and Mark Ingram. "We push each other to do our best," Thomas said of the Saints backfield. "Everybody steps up and takes charge. We could be in the weight room and Chris will say 'let's do one more lift.' Mark and Sproles are the same way." Thomas said the running backs are very close off the field and hang out on their off days. "I am very excited to get things going and get back at it with these guys," he said. "I have always felt good about this group of running backs. I feel we have something special. Each one of us brings a unique skill set. We are trying to be the best backfield in the league. I see the excitement in these guys' eyes. They are fired up."