American · Rosebud, Texas · Born 23 June 1979American running back who holds the NFL single-season touchdown record with 28 rushing TDs and 31 total TDs in 2006, earning league MVP honors.
LaDainian Tomlinson was born in Rosebud, Texas in 1979. San Diego Chargers selected him fifth overall in the 2001 NFL Draft. His 11-season career produced 13,684 rushing yards — the seventh-highest in NFL history — and 162 total touchdowns — the second-highest in NFL history behind Jerry Rice. His 2006 season was the finest by a running back in NFL history: 28 rushing touchdowns — the NFL single-season record — 31 total touchdowns and 1,815 rushing yards. He won the NFL MVP that season. He was named Offensive Player of the Year twice. He was selected to five Pro Bowls. He scored 28 or more points in a game more times than any other player in NFL history. His ability to run inside and outside, catch passes out of the backfield and block effectively made him a complete back. He was named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team in 2019. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017, his first year of eligibility. He is the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers all-time leader in rushing yards, touchdowns and receptions by a running back by a very significant margin. His record of 28 rushing touchdowns in a season stood unchallenged for nearly two decades.
Setting NFL single-season touchdown record with 31 TDs in 2006, elite receiving ability for a running back
How They Played
Versatile dual-threat back with exceptional vision, cutting ability, hands out of the backfield, and red zone prowess
Lasting Impact
Revolutionized the running back position with his dual-threat ability and is considered one of the greatest offensive weapons in NFL history
Career Honours
- NFL MVP (2006)
- Offensive Player of the Year 2x
- Pro Bowl 5x
- Hall of Fame (2017)
| Team | Period | Games |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Chargers | 2001–2009 | 140 |
| New York Jets | 2010–2011 | 30 |
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