I would expect to see MJ re-inserted into the lineup. He did have some fumbling issues earlier this year which helped precipitate the change in the backfield. However, I don't see a way he isn't relied upon with the loss of JT. I would expect to see Ham'zah and Shannon Murray move to wing backs with MJ in the middle most of the time. You've also got Deshawn Pace but against this Elder offense, I expect his focus this week to be mainly focused on finding a way to slow down Royer.
This may have to be Freddie Johnson's coming out party. If he makes the right reads and can carry this offense, the Cards have a shot to keep it close. Eat up the clock....long, sustained drives...keep Elder's potent O on the sidelines.
That's the ticket.
-CardinalsFan