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The Leading Ten NFL Athletes with the Most Career Rushing Yards

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10.) Tony Dorsett – 12,739

9.) Eric Dickerson – 13,259

  • Eric Dickerson is known for his time with the Los Angeles Rams, followed by stints with the Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Raiders, and Atlanta Falcons.
  • 5 Time First Team All Pro (1983, 1984, 1986, 1987, 1988)
  • NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1986)
  • Statistics for NFL Rushing and Receiving Over Career Length

8.) Jerome Bettis – 13,662

7.) LaDainian Tomlinson – 13,684

6.) Curtis Martin – 14,101

5.) Adrian Peterson – 14,820

  • Adrian Peterson is a well-known player who has represented teams like the Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints, Arizona Cardinals, Washington Redskins, and Detroit Lions throughout his career.
  • NFL Most Valuable Player (2012)
  • NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2012)
  • Statistics for NFL Rushing and Receiving Over Career Length

4.) Barry Sanders – 15,269

3.) Frank Gore – 16,000

  • Frank Gore distinguished himself by playing for multiple teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, and New York Jets.
  • 5 Time Pro Bowl Selection (2006, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013)
  • Second Team All Pro (2006)
  • Statistics for NFL Rushing and Receiving Over Career Length

2.) Walter Payton – 16,726

1.) Emmitt Smith – 18,355

Written by: David Green