All rights reserved. Stewart put up impressive career numbers despite sharing a backfield for the majority of his career. Taylor finished with 11,695 yards, good for 17th all-time. Look, all 15 finalists are absolutely deserving of the honor. A six-time Pro Bowler from 2006-10 and in 2012, Wayne led the NFL in receiving yards in 2007. He also led the NFL in touchdown receptions on two separate occasions. Tomlinson is tied for 80th with 626 catches and Allen is 100th with 587. And while his 2020 season was not quite as good, Jacobs nonetheless was named to his first Pro Bowl last year on the strength of his 12 rushing touchdowns. Hall of Fame running back Eric Dickerson rushed for a playoff record 248 yards in the Los . Plus, how far did Josh Jacobs climb in MJD's top 15 RB rankings after a huge performance last week? After four years in Atlanta, Duckett spent one season a piece in Washington, Detroit and Seattle. We present them here for purely educational purposes. 2021 stats: 171 carries, 799 rushing yards, 4.7 yards per carry, 52 receptions on 65 targets, 391 receiving yards, 10 total TDs. McNeil was the stud running back for the team who made quarterback Richard Todd look good. A key member of theBroncos' 2013 AFC championship team, Moreno rushed for over 1,000 yards that season after missing half of the 2012 campaign with a torn ACL. His cultural impact is through the roof. APRIL 29 ROSCHON TO BEARS The Cowboys want to take a running back somewhere in this Day 3 of the NFL Draft, but that guy won't be a favored Longhorn. The Titans came within 1 yard(!) Ranked fifth in NFL history with 14,918 career rushing yards, Peterson wants to play in 2022 and perhaps beyond. He also could handle a bigger role in the passing game if needed, which might be the case if the team moves Kareem Hunt. But he also made an impact on every team he played for -- on the field and in the locker room. PART OF AUDACY SPORTS. section: | slug: nfls-top-20-players-not-in-the-hall-of-fame-torry-holt-zach-thomas-ken-anderson-headline-all-time-list | sport: football | route: article_single.us | 2. It finally came, thanks to durability and a top-flight passing game with Joe Burrow that opened things up for him to put it all together. ARIZONA CARDINALS: QB Jim Hart (1966-1983). It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Known during his playing days as "The Judge," Hayes was a dominant shut down defender who earned five straight Pro Bowl nods from 1980-84. Things changed after Thomas joined the Bears, where he would rush for 3,493 yards in three seasons while helping Chicago capture the NFC title in 2006. The 6-fo-6 Greenwood also had a penchant for batting down passes; he did that on three occasions during the Steelers' Super Bowl IX win over the Vikings. 39 in league history among all pass-catchers. In 2011, Brown ran for five scores while averaging 4.8 yards per carry. 4: Fred Taylor -- He has more yards rushing yards than any eligible back not in the Hall of Fame. But he's currently 19th all time in rushing yardage. The former LSU Tiger bust out of the gates in rookie debut, rushing for 138 yards and a touchdown in theChiefs' opening-season win over theTexans. That's the big question, but the Rams have confidence that he can deliver effective lead rushing production with the right dash of receiving pop. He was a smooth fit in the system with his quick running and did fine as a receiver when needed there. Thomas, who led the NFL in tackles on two separate occasions, retired with 1,734 career tackles, 20.5 sacks, 17 interceptions, 48 passes defensed, 16 forced fumbles and eight fumble recoveries. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Cleveland Browns Hall of Fame running back Jim Brown (32) is pictured in Cleveland, circa 1960s. In his second-to-last game, Best rushed for a career-high 163 yards (on 12 carries) that included an 88-yard touchdown run. But if the 38-year-old doesn't play another snap in the NFL, he'll be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026. Pollard has been the ideal change-of-pace back to support Elliott with his flashy running and fluid receiving. On the field, he had speed, vision and the ability to shred through defenses. But an injury limited him to eight games in 2012, and a torn Achilles tendon sustained during the ensuing offseason prematurely ended his career. A Pro Bowler in 2002, a freak injury (he injured his foot while running on a treadmill) hindered Bennett's productivity for the remainder of his career. But a serious knee injury derailed a potential Hall of Fame career. Bush enjoyed more success after leaving New Orleans. Plus, there's a new No. (National Football League), Craig was a huge part of the San Francisco 49ers' success during the 1980s. And he absolutely quantifies the whole "you can't tell the story of the NFL without this player" requirement. If you want to recognize him for being a guy who hung around longer than most big backs, fine. A score of 100 is around the average modern-era inductee. He spent the 2016 season as Ezekiel Elliott's replacement before retiring during the 2017 season. A three-time Pro Bowler (and two-time All-Pro) during his first four seasons, Gurley led the NFL in rushing touchdowns in consecutive years while helping theRamsreach the Super Bowl in 2018. He averaged better than 4.5 yards per carry during his peak years. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. (He won his second in Tampa last season). A former fifth-round pick, Thomas was one of the NFL's most productive players during his dozen seasons in Miami. Did he reach 10,000 rush yards in his career? "Playoff Lenny" gained 448 total yards and four touchdowns during the Buccaneers' 2020 playoff run. Ultimately, Green's inconsistency (he averaged just 3.7 yards per carry for his career) and off-field issues led to him being out of the NFL after just four seasons. Watters was dynamic in the 1994 run to the Super Bowl title, with a touchdown in the NFC Championship and two scores in the blowout win over the San Diego Chargers. He should be in for a big Year 2 to put an offense in transition on his back. Muncie tied the single-season record with 19 touchdowns in 1981. 2021 stats:202 carries, 929 rushing yards, 4.6 yards per carry, 18 receptions on 21 targets, 132 receiving yards, 15 total TDs. Three years earlier, Tomlinson became the first running back to catch 100 passes in a single season (incredibly, Tomlinson was not named to the Pro Bowl that year). More than deserving of a gold jacket, George holds many Titans/Oilers franchise records, including for career rushing yards (10,441). Etienne's promising rookie season was wiped out before it began because of a torn ACL. In his first game, he knocked out future Hall of Fame tight end John Mackey and quickly became known for his hard hitting skills. Injuries are the reason why Mathews was out of football at age 29. Ranking the NFL's best running backs for the 2022 season from 1-30, Bills look Super Bowl-serious at top; 49ers, Broncos, Eagles on the rise. His play helped the Dolphins make the playoffs each year from 1997-01. Even though, you know, the USFL was pro football. Take a look at some of the best photos from the thirteenth day of Chargers Training Camp 2021. Canidate never played in another NFL game. The 10,000-yard plateau is a good one to cross for that gold jacket. It wasn't just what he did, but how he did it. Maurice Jones-Drew identifies five running backs who can save their teams' seasons down the stretch. Wayne wasPeyton Manning'sNo. That being said, he didn't love seeing 23 players get selected before his name was called. That season, Lewis rushed for nearly 1,400 yards while helping lead Baltimore to its first Super Bowl title. His 46-yard touchdown sealed Kansas City's 23-7 win over theVikings, the last game ever played between the rival leagues. After holding off Zack Moss for key touches, he will need to do the same again vs. rookie James Cook. One of the NFL's most versatile backs, McCaffrey earned All-Pro honors in 2019 after becoming the third player in league history to tally 1,000 yards rushing and receiving. A seven-time Pro Bowler and member of the NFL's All-2000s Team, Holt played an integral role on theRams' 1999 championship team. A 1,000-yard rusher for three different franchises, McGahee earned his first Pro Bowl selection in 2007 as a member of the Ravens. Dillon was one of the best of his era and checks most of the boxes, but it'll likely be a waiting game for him because guys who become eligible in the coming years will get in before him. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. Jones enjoyed a solid yet unspectacular six-year NFL career. TD. I mean, they just let Sanders walk, which I dont really understand, but here we are, so good luck with that! McCaffrey is looking to bounce back after an injury sidelined him for all but three games in 2020. A Pro Bowler each season from 1983-86, Jacoby's blocking helped John Riggins rush for a then Super Bowl record in Washington's win over Miami in Super Bowl XVII. A year after the merge, Taylor led the NFL in receiving yards while earning All-Pro honors. 2021 stats: 237 carries, 1,002 rushing yards, 4.2 yards per carry, 47 receptions on 65 targets, 287 receiving yards, 12 total TDs. Cliff Branch, who was posthumously enshrined on Saturday, had been eligible for 30 years before his family received that long-awaited phone call. 36 overall. Taylor ranks 17th all-time in rushing yards (11,695), and every non-active running back above him in that list is already in the Hall. After sharing a backfield with Marion Barber at the University of Minnesota, Maroney shared one with Kevin Faulk in New England. Dolphins (2005-10); Eagles (2011); Chargers (2012-14); Texans (2014). Simpson. He was a six-time Pro Bowl selection. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic), Cribbs was a dominating running back who followed in the footsteps of O.J. There is no quit in this guy. Conner should be treated as more of a workhorse with Chase Edmonds now playing for the Dolphins. While I have you: Put Coryell in the Hall of . 10 running backs that barely missed the cut (in alphabetical order): Ottis Anderson Larry Csonka Corey Dillon Priest Holmes Bo Jackson Steven Jackson Fred Taylor Herschel Walker Ricky Watters. If he didn't detour into the USFL, it's not hard to imagine him in Canton. The 2023 NFL Draft has arrived! George was the league's best workhorse on the rugged Tennessee Titans teams of the late 1990s. While injuries ultimately cut his career short, Perry did help the Bengals win their first AFC North title in 2005. Hall is a great fit for the zone blocking scheme of Mike LaFleur and will benefit from a further upgraded offensive line and the downfield passing game getting more attention. Owner of the greatest single rushing season in Penn State history, Johnson began his career as Priest Holmes' backup in Kansas City. He led the league with 92 receptions back in 1985, and was the AP Offensive Player of the Year in 1988, with 1,500 rushing yards. He ran for a career-high 1,047 yards and 10 touchdowns that included a franchise-record 228 yards against the Rams. McCaffrey, now 26, had to be faded on this list given he's played only 10 games over the past two seasons following his transcendent 2019 production. He's still a powerful runner with some pop to finish drives and reel off some long runs, but he also has developed into a reliable short-area receiver for Tom Brady. "From a running back's perspective, you build chemistry out here in practice first," Tomlinson reflected. After rushing for 931 yards in 13 regular-season games as a rookie, Michel rushed for 336 yards and six touchdowns during the 2018 postseason. While healthy, Martin was a very good player. A second-round pick by Cincinnati in 1997, Dillon was one of the few bright spots for a Bengals team that managed just 34 wins during his seven seasons with the franchise. Smith's extreme competitiveness more than made up for his 5-foot-9, 195-pound frame. Dallas Cowboys star running back Ezekiel Elliott has stated that his goal is to rush for 10,000 yards and collect a spot in the Hall of Fame. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Jackson joins program that produced Hall of Fame running backs Frank Gifford, O.J. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them . You could easily match Holmes' three years of dominance (2001-03) to touchdowns (1996-98), and it'd sure be a close call as to which was superior. The production and potential says to meet those outcomes somewhere in the middle, with lean toward the positive. 1 spot? He had seven seasons with at least 1,100 rushing yards (T-sixth in NFL history) and led the league in rush yards per game (107.6) in 2000. The fifth-leading rusher in NFL history, Peterson is a three-time rushing champion and member of the NFL's All-2010s Team. Texas running back Bijan Robinson is a popular pick, but Hall of Fame RB LaDainian Tomlinson has his eyes on a defensive player. Mendenhall finished his career in Arizona before retiring after just six seasons. He had seven seasons with at least 1,100 rushing yards. Nobody could stop him on the football field. Given Vrabels competitive nature and tenacity for winning, I doubt he will want Carthon to trade his best player to the Eagles. Plus, MJD updates his ranking of the top 15 running backs right now. Can Akers pick up his promise as a rookie following a season mostly lost to suffering a torn Achilles' last summer? The NFL might be considered a passing league now, but the best running backs still have incredible value to their teams. Williams can be a reliable supporting cog for Russell Wilson in every capacity, taking the Jones role in the Packers-like system. Taylor has been eligible for seven years now. Gore's career production alone merits a gold jacket. The players listed below are the top 250 HOFm-rated players who played RB starting in 1955 or later for at least 50 career games. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Marshall Faulk <br>1994-2005 Franco Harris Franco Harris<br>1972-1984 Frank Gifford Frank Gifford<br>1952-1960, 1962-64 Gale Sayers Gale Sayers<br>1965-1971 Hugh McElhenny Hugh McElhenny<br>1952-1964 Jim Brown Jim Brown<br>1957-1965 Jim Taylor Jim Taylor<br>1958-1967 Joe Perry Joe Perry<br>1948-1963 John Henry Johnson Warren also went to three Pro Bowls, but was often overshadowed by some of the great running backs of the 1990s like Emmitt Smith and Barry Sanders. Here's a look at some of the best prospects available for teams drafting in the early part of the second round: Jordan Porter Jr., CB, Penn State. His relentless work ethic -- both physically and in the film room -- allowed him to be one of the best of his era. Barkley is looking to reclaim his spot as arguably the NFL's top running back after an injury wiped out most of his 2020 season. In 1984, Matthews led the league with 126 tackles while also posting 12 sacks and three forced fumbles. Many football historians believe Jim Brown to be the greatest running back ever. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara), Dupree was injured for most of his pro career, the majority of which was wasted in the USFL. He was a key contributor to a powerful Colts team that won back-to-back NFL titles to close out the decade of the 1950s. He is a good finisher in the red zone and can take any carry the distance. One of the league's best running backs during his heyday, Alexander . George had the individual production, including seven seasons with 300-plus carries and 1,000-plus rush yards, but he also helped the Tennessee Titans reach the franchise's first Super Bowl in the modern era. (National Football League), Before there was Kurt Warner, Curt was a pretty fair running back for the Seattle Seahawks. The fifth running back selected in the first round of the 2000 draft, Canidate spent his first three NFL seasons playing behind future Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk. Here is part of the last pair of teammates to make the cut. Dupree did give it a go with the Los Angeles Rams, but he just couldn't make it happen. Tasker's brilliance was on display during the opening minutes of Super Bowl XXVII. Did rushing champion Josh Jacobs finish on top? But his production plummeted after breaking his collarbone during the 2014 season. Some think he's prime to return to some early-career form playing off a more explosive passing game with the blocking also reset to be more in his favor. Running Backs (Not) in the Hall of Fame When you think of the best running backs in NFL history, names like Marshall Faulk, Emmitt Smith, and Walter Payton come to mind. The fourth-year running back was traded today to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for draft picks. And the fact that the city was thisclose to a second consecutive Lombardi -- a debate that never ends well for Pete Carroll -- helps his case. Of the 31 runners to have done it, 16 are in the Hall and two more are locks (Adrian Peterson and Frank Gore). 2021 stats: 187 carries, 803 rushing yards, 4.3 yards per carry, 34 receptions on 37 targets, 313 receiving yards, 7 total TDs. No. Do you have a sports website? Jones was only the third Lions rookie for rush for over 1,000 yards after gaining 1,133 yards in 2011. Taylor was an extraordinary teammate who exemplified everything it meant to be a professional. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Don't be surprised if several of these players receive a bronze bust in Canton sometime in the near future. Hart was a four-time Pro Bowler whose career really took off once Don Coryell became head coach in 1973. Pro Bowls: 9. Simpson. Derrick Henry has spent his entire NFL career out of Alabama with the Tennessee Titans, but there is a chance the future hall-of-fame bell-cow back could be dealt to the Philadelphia Eagles at some point in the 2023 NFL Draft. Between 2001-03, Holmes was iconic, a Pro Bowler and All-Pro for three straight seasons. (AP Photo/Duncan Livingston), Watters was the perfect fit for the San Francisco 49ers offense; a guy who had the ability to run the ball and catch it out of the backfield. And while the running back position may no longer be king of the hill, several teams this century have benefited by selecting a running back in the first round. "Yeah, it was extremely frustrating," Harris said of watching nearly two dozen players get selected before him, via DKPittsburghSports. Was the running back the best player at his position for a multi-year span? The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. A member of theBroncos' Ring of Fame, Gradishar is credited with over 2,000 tackles during his 10-year career. No. A three-time Pro Bowler, Elliott averaged 1,668 all-purpose yards and 11 touchdowns per season during his first five years in Dallas. Do the right thing already and put him in the Hall of Fame. Minnesota Vikings (2007-2016), Arizona Cardinals (2017), New Orleans (2017), Washington Commanders (2018-19), Detroit Lions (2020), Tennessee Titans (2021), Seattle Seahawks (2021). My best guess if their shared representation are trying to devise a plan of attack so that Henry gets a new contract and never has to play for another NFL franchise. I dont think he got bad intel because why would he lie and put his name on this? Philadelphia Eagles (2009-2014), Buffalo Bills (2015-18), Kansas City Chiefs (2019), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2020). This juicy rumor all began on Saturday when ex-NFL player and fellow CAA client Akbar Gbajabiamila reported that the Eagles were looking to trade for Henry. Stewart (who was ultimately replaced in Carolina by Christian McCaffrey) spent one season with the Giants before retiring during the 2019 offseason. Brown, to the Eagles nonetheless, would be putting it lightly. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | He needs a jolt in the passing game with more durability in the running game to re-establish himself as a lead, stat. He was an absolute force out of the backfield, and I witnessed Taylor's greatness firsthand in Jacksonville over my first three seasons in the league (2006-08). He's this high because of talent and some hope that 2022 will be more "make" than "break" in a new offense with more explosive intentions. Maroney (following an injury-marred 2008 season) posted another solid season in 2009 before finishing his career with the Broncos. Williams retired with 10,202 all-purpose yards and 70 total touchdowns. Of the 31 runners to have done it, 16 are in the Hall and two more are locks (Adrian Peterson and Frank Gore). A menacing pass rusher, Greenwood sacked Roger Staubach a record four times in the Steelers' Super Bowl X victory over theCowboys. A two-time Pro Bowler, McMichael had 92.5 career sacks for Chicago, second in franchise history. But he was one of the most productive backs of his era. Join our linker program. Jim Brown is a superb choice to start a list of top running backs of all time. Buffalo Bills (2007-2010), Seattle Seahawks (2010-15, 2019), Oakland Raiders (2017-18). As far as how Gbajabiamila works into all this, hear me out. He was instrumental in helping the Pats win their third Super Bowl in four seasons. Ideal size? I am on the fence over the Arizona Cardinals possibly moving on from DeAndre Hopkins. Maurice Jones-Drew has one thought about the Cowboys' usage of Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard in Zeke's return: Keep it even-steven! And despite a solid 2003 season in Washington, Canidate was released after the team traded for former Broncos Pro Bowler Clinton Portis. He will be vital all-around in lifting Zach Wilson in Year 2, too. He also led the NFL in tackles on four different occasions. Many more would argue that he is the best football player . While the Birds do need to effectively replace Miles Sanders in their backfield, Henry is pushing 30 and why didnt they re-sign a cheaper and younger running back in Sanders in the first place?! While his rookie season wasn't bad (he amassed 1,317 yards and 12 touchdowns), Richardson was nonetheless traded from Cleveland to Indianapolis at the start of the 2013 season. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Gradishar earned five more Pro Bowl selections (as well as another All-Pro nod) during his final six seasons with the Broncos. Peterson was a three-time league rushing champion with Minnesota, including in his 2012 MVP season when he rushed for 2,097 yards, and helped the team to four playoff appearances. Faulk's statistics weren't just gaudy numbers for a bad team. They traded LeSean McCoy in his prime to the Buffalo Bills for linebacker Kiko Alonso, but even that may have been more to do with Chip Kelly being in the building than anything. With some help from Michael Thomas and others to take pressure off him in the passing game again, he should see some familiar favorable running lanes. Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans (1996-2003), Dallas Cowboys (2004). Plus, check out his updated ranking of the top 15 RBs right now. A four-time Pro Bowler and member of the NFL's All-1980s Team, Craig became the first player in league history to have 1,000 rushing and receiving yards in the same season (1985). McAllister's 6,096 rushing yards remains the Saints' career rushing record. Green attempted a comeback in 2008 but was never signed to a contract. Nevertheless, what follows is a list of the 10 greatest franchise running backs of all time. Frank Gore is zeroed in on boxing and Deron Williams fight, but still harbors Super Bowl dream, NFL's unsung heroes in 2021 season: One player from each NFC team.

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