The Greatest Running Backs In The History Of The NFL

Published on 01/18/2021
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Chris Johnson (Years In The NFL: 2008-2017)

For six seasons, Chris Johnson played running back for the Titans. His freakish speed made him a must-see player during that time. He was a little under the 10,000-yard mark when he finished his career. That’s pretty impressive considering how short his career was. He is also a standout when it comes to rushing yards per game and per attempt, finishing with 74.2 and 4.5, respectively. Unfortunately for Johnson, he played on some dismal teams. He only got the chance to play in one playoff game. Had he been part of a good offense, he could have probably become a Hall of Famer.

Chris Johnson (Years In The NFL 2008 2017)

Chris Johnson (Years In The NFL: 2008-2017)

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Jamal Lewis (Years In The NFL: 2000-2009)

Jamal Lewis is another guy that had a short yet memorable career. He played his entire career in the really physically demanding AFC North. When Lewis was a rookie, he won a Super Bowl while playing for the Baltimore Ravens. He finished his borderline Hall-of-Fame career with 10,607 career rushing yards and an outstanding 81 yards per game average. The year 2003 was the most incredible for him since he rushed for 14 touchdowns and 2,066 yards. Lewis remains the all-time rushing leader in the history of the Ravens even though it has been almost 15 years since he left the sport.

Jamal Lewis (Years In The NFL 2000 2009)

Jamal Lewis (Years In The NFL: 2000-2009)

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