Easily one of the most debatable topics in sports, the top ten running backs of all time is a topic that’s been covered by everyone and their mother. I honestly believe that with the level of talent that the position has had over the years, there are no wrong choices for this list, not that everyone would agree with me. So, with that being said, let’s jump into my top ten NFL runners of all time…

10. Jerome Bettis

A player that doesn’t get nearly the recognition that he deserves, Jerome “the Bus” Bettis is easily one of the top ten backs of all time. His power was overwhelming and his deft feet belied his size, Jerome was a bruiser who knew how to avoid the big hit.

9. Ladanian Tomlinson

Ladanian Tomlinson or simply “LT” is one of the greatest modern backs to play the game. He holds the NFL single season touchdown record with 31 and is the only back in the history of the NFL to rush for 1000 yards and catch 100 passes. LT is easily considered one of the best all-purpose backs of all time.

8. Eric Dickerson

The 1986 offensive player of the year, Eric Dickerson was the fastest back to ever reach 10,000 yards, doing it in just 91 games. He had an effortless, fluid style of running that left defenders in his wake and is easily considered one of the greatest of all time among commentators and experts.

7. OJ Simpson

Forget the murder charge and all the other run-ins with the law, when O.J. Simpson was on the field, he was a nightmare for opposing teams. “The Juice”, as he was called, was the first player to top 2000 yards in a single season and needed only 14 games to do it. A six time pro bowler, Simpson left a mark on the game that will never be tarnished.

6. Gayle Sayers

A surprise pick to many, I put Gayle Sayers on my list because of pure talent. This is the type of guy who Reggie Bush wishes to become. An all around player, Sayers was a threat in every facet of the game; rushing, receiving, and special teams. Maybe I’m placing him a little high on my list but this man deserves it, period.