Top 3 RBs by Career Rushing Yards

These running backs hold the highest career rushing yard totals in NFL history, showcasing remarkable longevity and consistent performance.

The top 3

1. Emmitt Smith's Unbreakable Record: Emmitt Smith holds the NFL record for most career rushing yards with 18,355 yards, a record he has held since 2002. He also leads in career rushing touchdowns with 164.
2. Walter Payton's Enduring Legacy: Walter Payton ranks second all-time in NFL career rushing yards with 16,726. He held the record from 1984 to 2001 and also amassed 110 rushing touchdowns.
3. Frank Gore's Longevity Feat: Frank Gore is third on the all-time NFL rushing yards list with 16,000 yards, a testament to his remarkable durability and long career spanning 16 seasons.

Sources

• NFL All-Time Rushing Leaders: Who has the most rushing yards in history? | FOX Sports
• NFL Rushing Leaders: The All-Time Career List and Single-Season Records

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