Green Bay Packers All-Time Rushing Touchdown Leaders starts with Jim Taylor, and this is one of the cleanest franchise records Green Bay has. Taylor finished his Packers career with 81 rushing touchdowns, a number that still separates him from every other runner, quarterback, fullback and goal-line weapon in team history.
That is what makes this leaderboard different from the rushing yards list. Ahman Green owns the yardage record. Aaron Jones has one of the best efficiency cases. Paul Hornung was a scoring weapon in ways that go far beyond rushing touchdowns. But if the question is who crossed the goal line on the ground the most for the Packers, Taylor is still the standard.
This list uses regular-season rushing touchdowns with the Green Bay Packers only. Touchdowns from playoff games, preseason games or other NFL teams are not included. For the full franchise index, visit the Green Bay Packers all-time leaders and player rankings hub.
Table of Contents
- How This Packers Rushing Touchdown List Works
- Rushing TDs vs. Rushing Yards: Why This List Looks Different
- 1. Jim Taylor — 81 Rushing TDs
- 2. Ahman Green — 54 Rushing TDs
- 3. Paul Hornung — 50 Rushing TDs
- 4. Aaron Jones — 45 Rushing TDs
- 5. Verne Lewellen — 37 Rushing TDs
- 6. Aaron Rodgers — 35 Rushing TDs
- 6. Clarke Hinkle — 35 Rushing TDs
- 8. Ted Fritsch — 31 Rushing TDs
- 9. John Brockington — 29 Rushing TDs
- 9. Tobin Rote — 29 Rushing TDs
- Biggest Takeaways
- Full Ranking Table
- FAQ
- Conclusion
- More Packers and NFL Rankings
How This Packers Rushing Touchdown List Works
This ranking is based on regular-season rushing touchdowns recorded with the Packers franchise. It does not include playoff rushing touchdowns, preseason production or rushing touchdowns scored after a player left Green Bay.
That matters for players like Aaron Rodgers, Aaron Jones, Ahman Green and Josh Jacobs, who either had or have NFL chapters outside the Packers. Their full NFL careers matter for context, but this leaderboard is about Packers-only scoring production.
The list also mixes very different eras. Jim Taylor and Paul Hornung played in the Lombardi dynasty. Verne Lewellen and Clarke Hinkle came from the old-school era. Aaron Jones and Josh Jacobs represent modern running back usage. Aaron Rodgers and Tobin Rote show that quarterbacks have a real place in Green Bay rushing touchdown history too.
Last updated: 2026 offseason. Josh Jacobs appears in the expanded table and was active with Green Bay through the 2025 season, so his Packers total can keep changing.
Rushing TDs vs. Rushing Yards: Why This List Looks Different
The Packers rushing touchdown leaderboard is not the same as the Green Bay Packers all-time rushing yards leaders list. Ahman Green leads Green Bay in rushing yards, but Jim Taylor leads in rushing touchdowns by a wide margin.
That gap tells you a lot about Taylor’s role. He was not just a volume back. He was Green Bay’s hammer near the goal line, the short-yardage finisher in Vince Lombardi’s offense and the back trusted to end drives with points.
This list also rewards unique scoring roles. Paul Hornung was more than a traditional runner. Aaron Rodgers was a passer first, but his 35 rushing touchdowns show how often he finished drives himself. Verne Lewellen played before the modern stat environment, yet his touchdown total still holds up nearly a century later.
1. Jim Taylor — 81 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1958–1966 with Green Bay, franchise-record 81 rushing touchdowns, 8,207 rushing yards, five NFL championships, one Super Bowl win, 1962 NFL MVP and Pro Football Hall of Fame fullback.
Jim Taylor is the Green Bay Packers all-time rushing touchdown leader, and this record might be his strongest statistical argument as the franchise’s best pure scoring back.
Taylor ran with power, anger and control. He was built for Lombardi’s offense because he could punish defenses between the tackles, finish near the goal line and make short-yardage situations feel automatic. Green Bay did not need him to be cute. They needed him to get downhill, break tackles and score.
His 1962 season is the peak of the case. Taylor won NFL MVP, led the league in rushing and gave the Packers one of the most physical offensive identities in football. Ahman Green owns the rushing yards record, but Taylor’s touchdown crown is still the clearest sign of his goal-line dominance. That is also why he sits so high in our best Green Bay Packers running backs of all-time ranking.
2. Ahman Green — 54 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 2000–2006 and 2009 with Green Bay, 54 rushing touchdowns, franchise-record 8,322 rushing yards, 1,851 rushing attempts and four Pro Bowls.
Ahman Green ranks second in Packers career rushing touchdowns with 54. He is the franchise rushing yards leader, but he was not just a yardage compiler.
Green gave Green Bay a true workhorse during the Brett Favre era. He had burst, contact balance and enough receiving value to stay on the field in different situations. When he was rolling, the Packers offense had a level of balance that made Favre even more dangerous.
His 2003 season remains one of the best rushing seasons in franchise history. Green did not catch Taylor in touchdowns, but his combination of yardage, scoring and all-around production gives him one of the strongest running back résumés in Packers history.
3. Paul Hornung — 50 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1957–1966 with Green Bay, 50 rushing touchdowns, 3,711 rushing yards, 1,480 receiving yards, 1961 NFL MVP, four NFL championships and one Super Bowl win.
Paul Hornung ranks third with 50 rushing touchdowns, but reducing him to one rushing stat almost feels unfair. Hornung was a runner, receiver, passer and kicker, which made him one of the most unusual scoring weapons in NFL history.
As a runner, Hornung was trusted in big spots. Lombardi could use him near the goal line, in space or as part of a broader scoring package. His value came from how many ways he could stress a defense.
His 1961 MVP season remains the center of his case. The rushing touchdown total is impressive by itself, but Hornung’s full scoring résumé is what makes him one of the most important offensive players in Packers history.
4. Aaron Jones — 45 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 2017–2023 with Green Bay, 45 rushing touchdowns, 5,940 rushing yards, 5.0 yards per carry, 2,076 receiving yards and 18 receiving touchdowns.
Aaron Jones ranks fourth in Packers career rushing touchdowns with 45, and he did it without always being used like a classic volume grinder.
Jones was more about efficiency and explosiveness. He could press outside zone, cut back through traffic, win as a receiver and turn normal touches into chunk plays. His value was not only in how many times he scored, but in how dangerous he looked on each touch.
His 45 rushing touchdowns put him ahead of several more traditional Packers backs. When you add his receiving production, Jones becomes one of the best all-around offensive weapons Green Bay has had in the modern era.
5. Verne Lewellen — 37 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1924–1932 with Green Bay, 37 rushing touchdowns, three NFL championships and Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame back.
Verne Lewellen ranks fifth in Packers rushing touchdowns, which is remarkable considering how long ago he played. His career came during the 1920s and early 1930s, when offensive football barely resembles the modern game.
Lewellen was one of Green Bay’s first great all-around backs. He could run, punt, control field position and help drive the Packers’ first championship era. In that time period, field position and physicality mattered just as much as pure box-score volume.
His 37 rushing touchdowns remain a major franchise number. Lewellen is not a modern household name, but he is one of the early pillars of Packers history.
6. Aaron Rodgers — 35 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 2005–2022 with Green Bay, 35 rushing touchdowns, 3,466 rushing yards, 475 passing touchdowns, four NFL MVP awards and one Super Bowl championship.
Aaron Rodgers being tied for sixth in Packers rushing touchdowns is one of the more fun details on this list. He is obviously here because of his passing greatness, but his legs were a real part of his Green Bay value.
Rodgers was not a designed-run quarterback in the Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen mold. His rushing production came from timing, awareness and feel. He knew when the lane was there, when to slide and when to finish a drive himself.
Those 35 rushing touchdowns are a serious number for a quarterback. They also add another layer to his case as one of the most complete offensive players in franchise history. For the full quarterback debate, see our best Green Bay Packers quarterbacks of all-time ranking.
6. Clarke Hinkle — 35 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1932–1941 with Green Bay, 35 rushing touchdowns, 3,860 rushing yards, two NFL championships and Pro Football Hall of Fame fullback.
Clarke Hinkle is tied with Aaron Rodgers at 35 rushing touchdowns. That is a strange cross-era pairing, but it also shows how deep Packers history runs.
Hinkle was a brutal old-school fullback and one of the toughest players of his era. He ran, blocked, kicked, punted and played defense. Modern football does not really have a clean comparison for that kind of role.
His rushing numbers need era context, but his Hall of Fame résumé does not. Hinkle was one of the defining Packers of the 1930s and still belongs near the top of the franchise rushing touchdown leaderboard.
8. Ted Fritsch — 31 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1942–1950 with Green Bay, 31 rushing touchdowns, 2,200 rushing yards, 1944 NFL champion and Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame back.
Ted Fritsch ranks eighth in Packers career rushing touchdowns with 31. He was one of Green Bay’s key backs during the 1940s and gave the offense a reliable scoring presence.
Fritsch’s best scoring stretch came during the middle of the decade, including a 1946 season where he led the NFL in rushing touchdowns. That kind of league-leading production keeps him relevant on a franchise list loaded with bigger modern names.
He may not get talked about as often as Taylor, Green or Hornung, but Fritsch’s touchdown total and Packers Hall of Fame standing make his top-10 spot very reasonable.
9. John Brockington — 29 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1971–1977 with Green Bay, 29 rushing touchdowns, 5,024 rushing yards and three straight 1,000-yard rushing seasons to begin his career.
John Brockington is tied for ninth in Packers rushing touchdowns with 29. His touchdown total is not as high as his rushing yards ranking, but his early-career peak was still one of the strongest in team history.
Brockington became the first NFL player to rush for more than 1,000 yards in each of his first three seasons. That gave Green Bay a true feature back during a difficult post-Lombardi transition.
His later years did not match the start, but the early volume and physicality were real. Brockington remains one of the most important backs of the Packers’ 1970s era.
9. Tobin Rote — 29 Rushing TDs
Green Bay Packers Stats & Accolades: 1950–1956 with Green Bay, 29 rushing touchdowns, 2,205 rushing yards, 11,535 passing yards and 89 passing touchdowns.
Tobin Rote is tied with John Brockington at 29 rushing touchdowns, and his spot here proves this leaderboard is not only about running backs.
Rote played quarterback during a rough Packers era, but he was a strong individual talent. He could throw, run, create off-script and carry a bigger offensive burden than most quarterbacks of his time.
His 29 rushing touchdowns are a major part of his Packers legacy. Rote appears on both passing and rushing leaderboards, which makes him one of the more versatile offensive players in franchise history.
Biggest Takeaways From the Packers Rushing TD List
The first takeaway is that Jim Taylor’s record is still the headline. His 81 rushing touchdowns give him a massive lead over Ahman Green at 54 and Paul Hornung at 50.
The second takeaway is that Green Bay’s rushing touchdown history is not just a running back list. Aaron Rodgers and Tobin Rote both rank inside the top 10, which says a lot about how quarterback mobility has shown up across different Packers eras.
The third takeaway is Josh Jacobs’ fast climb. He is already tied just outside the top 10 with 28 Packers rushing touchdowns through the 2025 season. Taylor’s record is far away, but Jacobs is close enough to the top 10 that one healthy season could move him past multiple franchise names.
Full Ranking Table: Green Bay Packers All-Time Rushing Touchdown Leaders
Note: This table is sorted by regular-season rushing touchdowns with the Packers only. Tied players share the same rank.
| Rank | Player | Position | Packers Years | Games | Rushing TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jim Taylor | FB | 1958–1966 | 118 | 81 |
| 2 | Ahman Green | RB | 2000–2006, 2009 | 104 | 54 |
| 3 | Paul Hornung | HB | 1957–1966 | 104 | 50 |
| 4 | Aaron Jones | RB | 2017–2023 | 97 | 45 |
| 5 | Verne Lewellen | HB | 1924–1932 | 102 | 37 |
| 6 | Aaron Rodgers | QB | 2005–2022 | 230 | 35 |
| 6 | Clarke Hinkle | FB | 1932–1941 | 113 | 35 |
| 8 | Ted Fritsch | FB | 1942–1950 | 99 | 31 |
| 9 | John Brockington | FB | 1971–1977 | 85 | 29 |
| 9 | Tobin Rote | QB | 1950–1956 | 84 | 29 |
| 11 | Josh Jacobs | RB | 2024–2025 | 32 | 28 |
| 11 | Dorsey Levens | RB | 1994–2001 | 102 | 28 |
| 11 | Elijah Pitts | RB | 1961–1971 | 126 | 28 |
| 14 | Ryan Grant | RB | 2007–2012 | 67 | 27 |
| 15 | Tony Canadeo | HB | 1941–1952 | 116 | 26 |
| 16 | Gerry Ellis | RB | 1980–1986 | 103 | 25 |
| 17 | Donny Anderson | RB | 1966–1971 | 84 | 24 |
| 18 | Eddie Lee Ivery | RB | 1979–1986 | 72 | 23 |
| 18 | Eddie Lacy | RB | 2013–2016 | 51 | 23 |
| 20 | Tom Moore | RB | 1960–1965 | 78 | 20 |
| 21 | Edgar Bennett | RB | 1992–1996 | 80 | 19 |
| 22 | Brent Fullwood | RB | 1987–1990 | 45 | 18 |
| 22 | Barty Smith | RB | 1974–1980 | 67 | 18 |
| 24 | AJ Dillon | RB | 2020–2024 | 60 | 16 |
| 25 | John Kuhn | FB | 2007–2015 | 139 | 15 |
| 25 | Terdell Middleton | RB | 1977–1981 | 71 | 15 |
| 25 | Bart Starr | QB | 1956–1971 | 196 | 15 |
FAQ: Green Bay Packers All-Time Rushing Touchdown Leaders
Who has the most rushing touchdowns in Green Bay Packers history?
Jim Taylor has the most rushing touchdowns in Green Bay Packers history with 81 regular-season rushing TDs.
Who is second in Packers career rushing touchdowns?
Ahman Green ranks second in Packers career rushing touchdowns with 54 rushing TDs.
Who is third in Green Bay Packers all-time rushing touchdowns?
Paul Hornung ranks third in Green Bay Packers rushing touchdowns with 50 rushing TDs.
Where does Aaron Jones rank in Packers rushing touchdowns?
Aaron Jones ranks fourth in Packers career rushing touchdowns with 45 rushing TDs.
Why are Aaron Rodgers and Clarke Hinkle both ranked No. 6?
Aaron Rodgers and Clarke Hinkle are tied with 35 rushing touchdowns each. Because they share the same total, both are listed at No. 6 and the next player is ranked No. 8.
Why are John Brockington and Tobin Rote both ranked No. 9?
John Brockington and Tobin Rote are tied with 29 rushing touchdowns each. Because they share the same total, both are listed at No. 9.
Are playoff rushing touchdowns included in this Packers ranking?
No. This ranking uses regular-season rushing touchdowns with the Packers only. Playoff rushing touchdowns are not included.
Does Aaron Rodgers’ post-Packers career count in this ranking?
No. This is a Packers-only leaderboard. Aaron Rodgers’ rushing touchdowns after leaving Green Bay do not count here.
Which active Packers player is closest to the top 10?
Josh Jacobs is the active Packers player closest to the top 10. He had 28 rushing touchdowns with Green Bay through the 2025 season, putting him just behind John Brockington and Tobin Rote at 29.
Conclusion: Jim Taylor Still Owns the Packers Rushing TD Record
Jim Taylor remains the Green Bay Packers all-time rushing touchdown leader with 81, and that record still tells the story of his dominance. He was not just a great back; he was Green Bay’s finishing piece near the goal line during the Lombardi dynasty.
Ahman Green is second with 54, while Paul Hornung and Aaron Jones round out the top four with completely different scoring profiles. Hornung was a do-everything weapon. Jones was the modern efficiency back. Verne Lewellen, Clarke Hinkle and Ted Fritsch connect the list to Green Bay’s early eras.
The most interesting active name is Josh Jacobs. He is already tied just outside the top 10 after two Packers seasons, and one more strong scoring year could push him past several names on the board. For now, though, the rushing touchdown crown still belongs to Taylor.
More Packers and NFL Rankings
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