Most Career Rushing Yards by a Kansas City Chiefs Player

Most Career Rushing Yards by a Kansas City Chiefs Player

The Kansas City Chiefs have always been synonymous with high-powered offenses, but their rushing attack has been just as impactful in their success. At the top of the list is Jamaal Charles, who not only holds the franchise record with 7,260 rushing yards, but also boasts the highest yards-per-carry average in NFL history (minimum 1,000 carries). From Charles’ explosive speed to the thunderous power of backs like Larry Johnson and Christian Okoye, the Chiefs’ rushing legacy spans multiple decades.

Priest Holmes was a touchdown machine, Larry Johnson wore down defenses with his workhorse mentality, and the bruising Okoye made defenders fear his presence. From the early days of the franchise to the modern era, the Chiefs’ backfield has been a constant source of power and excitement. This list showcases some of the best backs to ever wear a Chiefs uniform, each of them playing a crucial role in the franchise’s long history of offensive dominance.

TOP 10 LIST

10. Kareem Hunt – 2,879 Yards
Despite a short tenure, Hunt exploded onto the scene with a rushing title in his rookie year and made every carry count.

9. Curtis McClinton – 3,124 Yards
A foundational back from the early AFL days, McClinton was as dependable as they came.

8. Mike Garrett – 3,246 Yards
The 1965 Heisman winner brought quickness and vision, helping the Chiefs to a Super Bowl IV victory.

7. Marcus Allen – 3,698 Yards
A legend in silver and black, Allen still had gas in the tank during his Kansas City years, scoring 44 TDs with the Chiefs.

6. Abner Haynes – 3,814 Yards
Haynes helped put the franchise on the map as a dual-threat star in the 1960s.

5. Ed Podolak – 4,451 Yards
Reliable and versatile, Podolak could do it all — including return kicks and catch passes.

4. Christian Okoye – 4,897 Yards
“The Nigerian Nightmare” was a freight train of a runner who punished defenders in the late ’80s and early ’90s.

3. Larry Johnson – 6,015 Yards
Known for back-to-back monster seasons, Johnson was a workhorse who once racked up over 400 carries in a single year.

2. Priest Holmes – 6,070 Yards
One of the most dominant touchdown machines ever, Holmes had a magical run with Kansas City in the early 2000s.

1. Jamaal Charles – 7,260 Yards
Blazing speed, elite vision, and ridiculous yards-per-carry efficiency. Charles is the gold standard for Chiefs RBs.

The Chiefs’ all-time rushing leaders from Jamaal Charles to Kareem Hunt

Top 50 Career Rushing Performances in Kansas City Chiefs History

From elusive speedsters like Jamaal Charles to bruising power backs like Larry Johnson and Christian Okoye, this list covers every Chiefs player who rushed for 715 or more yards in franchise history.

 From Hall of Fame talents to underrated bruisers, the Chiefs’ all-time rushing list is full of legends who made their mark. Whether it was Charles racing past defenders or Okoye plowing through them, Kansas City’s ground game has delivered in every era.

FAQ SECTION

Who is the Chiefs’ all-time rushing leader?
Jamaal Charles leads the way with 7,260 rushing yards — and the highest YPC in NFL history (min. 1,000 carries).

Which Chiefs RB scored the most touchdowns?
Priest Holmes holds the record for most rushing TDs in a season and was a dominant red zone threat.

Is Larry Johnson still in the top 3?
Yes, Larry Johnson remains third all-time for the Chiefs with 6,015 rushing yards.

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