Top 10 Best NFL Running Backs of the 80s

When talking about 80s running backs, well, you're talking about some of the greatest football  

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10.John Riggins

the New York Jets and Washington Redskins. He was known for his powerful running style and productivity

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9Thurman Thoma

Thomas was an important part of the Bills "no-huddle offense" that won four consecutive AFC championships.  

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8.Bo Jackson

While at Auburn University, Jackson won the 1985 Heisman Trophy, annually awarded to the best collegiate football player  

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7.Roger Craig

Craig was the first NFL player to have 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in the same season.  

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6.Tony Dorsett

where he led the Panthers to the national title as a senior in 1976 and won the Heisman Trophy 

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5.Marcus Allen

He scored 145 touchdowns, including a then-league-record 123 rushing touchdowns, and was elected to six 

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4.Earl Campbell

the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints. Known for his aggressive, punishing running style and ability to break tackles 

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3.Eric Dickerson

He was selected in the first round of the 1983 NFL Draft and played professionally for the Los Angeles Rams 

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2.Barry Sander

established himself as one of the most elusive runners in pro football with his quickness and agility. In 2007, 

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1.Walter Payton

who played for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) for thirteen seasons. 

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