Now with James Robinson recovering from a torn Achilles', Etienne is flashing all his explosive college skills again to vie for key work to support long-time teammate Trevor Lawrence. D.A.'s Top-5 best running backs not in the HOF - Audacy Maurice Jones-Drew spotlights three teams who will be looking for a new primary RB in 2023. As we remember Chuck Muncie, it's pertinent to reflect on the greatest running backs in NFL history who are not in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 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. Mendenhall finished his career in Arizona before retiring after just six seasons. Pro Football RB Hall of Fame Monitor Maurice Jones-Drew spotlights three running backs with 50 or fewer carries this season who could significantly impact the stretch run. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images). A Lisfranc injury in 2012 (his only season with thePackers) limited him to just five games in what would be his final season. 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?! He also helped lead the Seahawks to two NFC titles as well as a victory in Super Bowl XLVIII. 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. Williams can be a reliable supporting cog for Russell Wilson in every capacity, taking the Jones role in the Packers-like system. If his early years weren't languished in the football graveyard of St. Louis, he would no doubt be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 2021 stats:332 carries, 1,811 rushing yards, 5.5 yards per carry, 40 receptions on 51 targets, 360 receiving yards, 20 total TDs. A first round pick by Oakland in 1970, Jack Tatum was brought in to be Dave Grayson's replacement. The Best Running Backs of All-Time - Future Football Legends The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Maurice Jones-Drew evaluated every running back who started a game during the 2022 NFL regular season to create a COMPLETE ranking, from 1 to 75. Barkley hasn't had much support from blocking and the passing game, but he's still looked limited and worn at times. Durability and conditioning are mild concerns as he might start to cede some key work to rookie Rachaad White. Not hating on any of those guys. Philadelphia Eagles (2009-2014), Buffalo Bills (2015-18), Kansas City Chiefs (2019), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2020). From 2011 to '14, he had at least 1,200 rush yards and 11 rush TDs per season -- leading the league in rush TDs in both 2013 (12) and 2014 (13). During his seven full seasons in San Francisco, Willis earned Pro Bowl honors each year while also receiving five first-team All-Pro nods. He spent the final two season of his career shuffling between teams before returning to Clemson, where he was recently promoted to running backs coach. But eight significant injuries -- the last one placing him on injured reserve in 2019 -- resulted in Martin playing in his last regular season game at just 29 years old. 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. After a somewhat slow start, Ingram has put together an impressive pro career. The owner of the iconic "Beast Quake" run in the 2010 playoffs, Lynch was among the league's best running backs from 2011-14. He helped the Eagles reach the postseasons three times, but had to wait until Year 11 to win his first ring, when he reunited with Andy Reid in Kansas City. Smith tallied eight 1,000-yard seasons and is one of 14 players with at least 1,000 career receptions. The Steelers didn't waste time putting a lot on Harris as a first-round rookie workhorse and he showed off his versatility and durability right away. 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. All HOFm Positions: QB RB WR TE G T C DT DE ILB OLB DB K P RB HOFm Leaders Bold indicates HOF player See full explanation here Share & Export While I have you: Put Coryell in the Hall of . (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic), Cribbs was a dominating running back who followed in the footsteps of O.J. Bills (2007-10); Seahawks (2010-15, 2019); Raiders (2017-18). Andrews rushed for a career-high 1,567 yards in 1983 before his injury. 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. 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. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Johnson's 9,651 rushing yards are good for 35th on the all-time list, ahead of Hall of Famers Earl Campbell, Jim Taylor and Larry Csonka, among others. 2021 stats: 151 carries, 541 rushing yards, 4.1 yards per carry, 62 receptions on 78 targets, 452 receiving yards, 7 total TDs. Riley retired with 65 interceptions, which is tied for the fifth-highest total in NFL history. The fifth-leading rusher in NFL history, Peterson is a three-time rushing champion and member of the NFL's All-2010s Team. (AP Photo/Al Golub), You think of the great "Air Coryell" offenses in the late 1970s and early 1980s, you often forget Muncie was a huge part of the ground attack. Rams (2004-12); Falcons (2013-14); Patriots (2015). In the Super Bowl Era. George was one of the most physical backs ever. 1 spot? 219 pick. Ekeler had been under-appreciated for his unique receiving-forward role for Philip Rivers and Justin Herbert. 20 in homage to Sims. 2021 stats: 119 carries, 517 rushing yards, 4.3 yards per carry, 19 receptions on 23 targets, 129 receiving yards, 6 total TDs. San Francisco 49ers (1992-94), Philadelphia Eagles (1995-97), Seattle Seahawks (1998-2001). And despite Manning's departure in 2012, a 34-year-old Wayne earned Pro Bowl honors that season while catching passes from a rookie quarterback named Andrew Luck. Hall of Fame: Yes (1993) NFL MVP: 1. Ultimately, the Eagles fit for Henry is not as perfect as we initially thought. A 1,000-yard rusher for three different franchises, McGahee earned his first Pro Bowl selection in 2007 as a member of the Ravens. Ironically, Dayne's best season was his last; he rushed for 773 yards and six touchdowns while averaging 4 yards per carry for the Texans. Brooks excelled at running, receiving and kickoff returns. Just knowing that, hey, you're better than all these guys, it's just that you play running back.". Dobbins also saw his entire 2021 season wiped out by a torn ACL ahead of what felt like a potential big Year 2. 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. With a score in the Bucs' Super Bowl LV win, "Lombardi Lenny" was born. Top 10 Running Backs of All Time | Pro-Football-Reference.com (Not So) New-Age Running Backs - Pro Football Hall of Fame Pollard has been the ideal change-of-pace back to support Elliott with his flashy running and fluid receiving. 25 Greatest Running Backs in NFL History - AthlonSports.com Teams: 49ers (1983-90); Raiders (1991); Vikings (1992-93). But Taylor's quietexcellence was the central part of the Jags' identity for years. Three years later, he helped the Saints win the franchise's only Super Bowl title. 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 | All-time Super Bowl QB rankings: Where do Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow slot in? (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara), Dupree was injured for most of his pro career, the majority of which was wasted in the USFL. A seven-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, Johnson is 11th all-time in receptions and receiving yards. While he has yet to receive the call to Canton,Matthews was inducted into the Browns' Ring of Honorin 2019. Dolphins (2005-10); Eagles (2011); Chargers (2012-14); Texans (2014). The 10 Best Running Backs Not in the Pro Football Hall of Fame A 2009 Pro Bowler, Williams led the league in rushing touchdowns in 2008 and in 2015. Cliff Branch, who was posthumously enshrined on Saturday, had been eligible for 30 years before his family received that long-awaited phone call. Three of Ward's four consecutive Pro Bowl selections came with different quarterbacks: Kordell Stewart (2001), Tommy Maddox (2002-03) and a rookie namedBen Roethlisberger(2004). Curt Warner, Seattle Seahawks/Los Angeles. He helped engine the Titans to the Super Bowl in 1999, and finished his career with over 10,000 yards on the ground. 11-25 Nos. His success that season helped the Seahawks advance to their first Super Bowl. Maroney (following an injury-marred 2008 season) posted another solid season in 2009 before finishing his career with the Broncos. 1 on this list and he should be headed to his biggest all-around season yet with his expanded role in a Kevin O'Connell offensive scheme tailored to his rushing and receiving strengths. 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). His best season came with the Eagles in 2013, when he led the league in attempts (314), rush yards (1,607), rush yards per game (100.4), touches (366) and scrimmage yards (2,164). The lastSteelersrunning back taken in the first round before Najee Harris, Mendenhall won a Super Bowl as a rookie despite spending most of the season on injured reserve. Shady will be remembered as one of the toughest players to tackle in the open field and one of the best at the position in his prime. 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. Its college, but its also Ohio State. He bolstered his rsum after being traded to the Patriots in 2004, racking up a career-high 1,635 rush yards and 12 TDs in his first season in New England. 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. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton), Unfairly remembered for "The Fumble," which hurt the Cleveland Browns' chances for a Super Bowl bid. The seventh-leading rusher in NFL history, Tomlinson posted eight consecutive 1,000-yard rushing seasons en route to being named to the NFL's All-2000s Team. As far as the Titans are concerned, lets just hope Carthon and head coach Mike Vrabel are on the same page and have owner Amy Adams Strunks blessing to do whatever is in the best interest of the Titans franchise. Harris was one of just two running backs taken in the first round, with Clemson's Travis Etienne-- taken by the Jaguars with the 25th pick -- being the other. In his second-to-last game, Best rushed for a career-high 163 yards (on 12 carries) that included an 88-yard touchdown run. A member of the NFL's All-2000s Team, Lewis is 25th all time on the NFL's career rushing list. Ranking every NFL running back drafted in Round 1 since 2000: LaDainian The five-time Pro Bowl running back was a scoring machine in the San Francisco 49ers' Super Bowl XXIX win, with three TDs and 108 scrimmage yards on 18 touches. His success that season ultimately led to the team parting with Williams during the 2015 offseason. 2021 stats: 217 carries, 872 rushing yards, 4.0 yards per carry, 54 receptions on 64 targets, 348 receiving yards, 9 total TDs. Douglas' NFL Draft Resume Points to Running Back Pick or Possible UDFA Chiefs (2003-2009); Bengals (2009); Washington (2010); Miami (2011). While his career may not have lived up to his pre-draft hype, Bush nonetheless enjoyed a fruitful NFL career. NFL's top 20 players not in the Hall of Fame: Torry Holt, Zach Thomas, Ken Anderson headline all-time list These greats are still waiting for their call to Canton By Bryan DeArdo Aug 18,. The speedy Johnson earned Pro Bowl honors during his first three seasons with theTitans. Given that the rankings focused primarily on overall career achievements, don't look too far into where current players rank on the following list -- they could very well end up on top once they call it a career. Second, he hasn't build on being a top-flight receiving back at LSU, which what he was expected to do in the Chiefs' pass-first offense. Like another receiver who cracked the list, Johnson was not selected to the Hall of Fame in 2022, his first year of eligibility. A severe spinal injury forced Wilson to retire after just 21 games. Even though, you know, the USFL was pro football. (AP Photo/Al Golub), Do yourself a favor and Google this guy. Texas running back Bijan Robinson is a popular pick, but Hall of Fame RB LaDainian Tomlinson has his eyes on a defensive player. He's been a semifinalist for three straight years but has yet to be named a finalist. As a rookie, Bush caught 88 passes to help lead the Saints to their first NFC Championship Game. (National Football League), The Seahawks had another awesome running back who followed Warner. A six-time Pro Bowler from 2006-10 and in 2012, Wayne led the NFL in receiving yards in 2007. Find out more. An extremely productive player at Alabama, Richardson's lack of big-play ability hindered his NFL production. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli), Andrews went to four consecutive Pro Bowls for the Atlanta Falcons from 1980-83. He was elusiveenough to make defenders miss, but could lower the boom at the goal line as well. Between 2001-03, Holmes was iconic, a Pro Bowler and All-Pro for three straight seasons. He has enjoyed a career resurgence with theBuccaneers, as Tampa Bay went 7-0 with Fournette in its starting lineup during the 2020 season. Simpson. With the 115th pick, the Chicago Bears . No. He also led the NFL in passing yards in consecutive seasons. Lynch is 29th all time on the regular-season career rushing list and eighth on the playoff career rushing list. This whole thing feels odd. At 26, MIxon should maintain that momentum of production. Can the Eagles improve their No. Cardinals (2000-02); Buccaneers (2003); Bears (2004-06); Jets (2007-09); Chiefs (2010-11). Nobody could stop him on the football field. 2023 NFL Draft: Who is the CAN'T-MISS prospect? 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 | A valued member of Minnesota's "Purple People Eaters" defensive line, Marshall holds numerous NFL records, including the most seasons played by a defensive player (20, along with Junior Seau and Darrell Green), most consecutive games by a defensive player (282), most consecutive starts by a defensive player (270), and most career fumble recoveries (30). While he was never a full-time starter, Duckett helped the Falcons clinch two playoff berths over that span that included a run to the NFC title game in 2004. Teams:Patriots(1980);Bears(1981-93);Packers(1994). Formerly the Panthers' career rushing leader, Williams enjoyed a late career resurgence in Pittsburgh, as the Steelers went 10-4 with Williams in the starting lineup. 2021 stats: 225 carries, 849 rushing yards, 3.8 yards per carry, 42 receptions on 51 targets, 301 receiving yards, 7 total TDs, Vinnie Iyer is an NFL writer at The Sporting News. He is the 2022 Jim Thorpe Award winner, given to the nation's best defensive back. Unlike most induction classes, there was not a single member of this year's class that got in on the first ballot. Plus, just how far did Pollard climb in MJD's RB rankings after his big Week 11 outing? He led the league with 73 receptions in 1975. Douglas and Co. used a second-round pick to acquire Hall in 2022 and even traded up two spots to get the draft class's top-ranked running back prospect at No. Many football historians believe Jim Brown to be the greatest running back ever. TD. The player Riley is often compared to isCharles Woodson, who will receive a gold jacket this summer. 5: Ricky Watters -- In his first five years in the NFL, he garnered Pro Bowl nods every season. Tomlinson is tied for 80th with 626 catches and Allen is 100th with 587. 1 receiver when Pittsburgh defeated theCardinalsthree years later in Super Bowl XLIII. He still can produce well, but the Commanders seem to be committed to more of a situational committee approach to keep him fresh vs. putting more on him as a workhorse. 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. He then resurfaced in Arizona, where he was theCardinals' leading rusher before an injury prematurely ended his 2015 season. First, he's missed 10 games in his first two seasons. He tallied an insane 24 total touchdowns in 2002, and then topped that with 27, a year later. Dillon has gone from expected power complement to Jones to a well-rounded back in his own right. While Vrabel has no worries about his job security, does he even want to rebuild in Nashville? Jacobs seems to always need to deal with competition in both his steady rushing and receiving roles. Derrick Henry, Tennessee Titans. Brown, to the Eagles nonetheless, would be putting it lightly. Although 2022 is no different with Kenyan Drake and Georgia rookie Zamir White behind him in the new Josh McDaniels' offense, his more steady than spectacular play may turn out to be the best complement for a more dangerous passing game featuring Davante Adams. I dont think he got bad intel because why would he lie and put his name on this? That being said, he didn't love seeing 23 players get selected before his name was called. He rushed for at least 1,100 yards in each of his first six NFL seasons, scoring 10 TDs as a rookie. The Pro Football Reference Hall of Fame Monitor (HOFm) is a metric designed to estimate a player's chances of making the Pro Football Hall of Fame using AV, Pro Bowls, All-Pros, championships, and various stat milestones. A true workhorse who carried the ball 403 times in 2000 for the Tennessee Titans. 11:15 am ET. Jones didn't have a chance against Tasker, who beat Jones on an inside move before blocking Mike Saxon's punt. Jonathan Taylor, Colts (5-10, 226 pounds) Taylor has parlayed his prolific play at Wisconsin into the complete durable package in the NFL. 2021 stats: 203carries, 903 rushing yards, 4.4 yards per carry, 43 receptions on 53 targets, 316 receiving yards, 7 total TDs. 6. If he didn't detour into the USFL, it's not hard to imagine him in Canton. Or write about sports? He led the league in yards per rushing attempt and will start off leading what will be a much run-heavier attack without Russell Wilson. A two-time Pro Bowler, McMichael had 92.5 career sacks for Chicago, second in franchise history. Williams might be the No. Conner landed with the right team to return to reliable production after some fading seasons in Pittsburgh. HOF-eligible for a decade-plus, George was named a semifinalist back in November for the first time. A neck injury flattened the rest of his career, and he remained quiet and elusive about his health and future. 2021 stats (at Iowa State):253 carries, 1,472 rushing yards, 5.8 yards per carry, 36 receptions, 302 receiving yards, 23 total TDs. 2196.8. Nobody considers him the best of his generation. Little (1967-75) was. NFL Network analysts offer up eight candidates. Atlanta's first draft pick, Nobis played on just two winning teams during his 11-year tenure with the Falcons. In 2014, following teammateDeAngelo Williams' injury, Stewart gained nearly 1,000-purpose yards while receiving a then-career high eight starts. One of two former Auburn running backs selected in the first round, Williams won Offensive Rookie of the Year after rushing for nearly 1,200 yards. He's not sneaking up on anyone anymore as one of the league's most efficient backs with his quickness in the passing game and compact power in the running game. If you want to recognize him for being a guy who hung around longer than most big backs, fine. Jones is now sharing plenty with powerful A.J. The 2023 NFL Draft has arrived! Did he reach 10,000 rush yards in his career? 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.

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