November 17, 2009
Active players move up career stat lists
San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson recorded his finest game of the 2009 NFL Season on Sunday. “LT” gained 96 yards and scored a pair of touchdown runs to lead San Diego to a huge 31-23 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
His effort allowed him to jump ahead of two Hall of Famers, Thurman Thomas and Franco Harris, on the Top 20 rushers of all-time. He now has 12,145 rushing yards in his career. His touchdowns also placed him in good company as he moved ahead of Marcus Allen into third place all-time in total touchdowns scored. Tomlinson’s 146 touchdowns now trails only Jerry Rice (208) and Emmitt Smith (175).
Tomlinson’s big day in leading not only led Chargers to a win but overshadowed the performance by the Eagles Donovan McNabb who is the 15th ranked passer of all-time. McNabb completed 35 of 55 passes for 450 yards, two touchdowns and one interception for a 93.8 rating. His 450 passing yards are the most by a quarterback so far this season.
Top 20 (through Week 10)
Here is a look at the all-time career leaders in the four main statistical categories through Week 10 action of the 2009 season.
Passers | Receivers | Rushers | Scorers