My #1 RB vs my #1 Defense

[the original texan]

Is it wise to start my number one runningback, Shaun Alexander, vs my number one defense, New England.

On a side note, how do you think Houston's offense is this year?

[Melo255]

Yes. The Patriots can be run on which is good for Alexander and they can easily cause fumbles/interceptions from Hasselbeck or receivers. Besides if Alexander loses a fumble you don't lose those points since your defense recovered.