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NFL: Top 5 RBs Of The 2010s

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HOUSTON, TX – SEPTEMBER 13: Jamaal Charles #25 of the Kansas City Chiefs scores a first half touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on September 13, 2015 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Jamaal Charles just missed the cut, but he was one of the most dynamic running backs ever. His 5.4 career yards per carry is tops among all RBs in the Super Bowl era. Here are the top 5 RBs from the 2010’s:

5. Matt Forte, CHI/NYJ

CHICAGO, IL – SEPTEMBER 13: Matt Forte #22 of the Chicago Bears celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on September 13, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

A Swiss army knife of a running back, Forte excelled in running and receiving the ball. The Tulane product wasn’t a workhorse, but his excellent overall skillset helped him have a productive career as Chicago’s lead back.

4. Frank Gore, SF/IND/MIA/BUF

FOXBORO, MA – DECEMBER 16: Running back Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the third quarter against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on December 16, 2012 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)

An ageless wonder at the running back position, Gore was still in the league at 37 years of age. His 16,000 career rushing yards is mainly due to his longevity, but at his peak, Gore was a tough man to bring down. He made five Pro Bowls and is a part of the NFL Hall Of Fame’s All-2010s Team.

3.  Marshawn Lynch, BUF/SEA/OAK

PHILADELPHIA, PA – DECEMBER 07: Marshawn Lynch #24 of the Seattle Seahawks runs 15 yards for a touchdown against Nate Allen #29 of the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field on December 7, 2014 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Evan Habeeb/Getty Images)

NFL pundits called this guy “Beast Mode” for a reason. The unstoppable Lynch had a great start to his career in Buffalo but established himself as a true legend in Seattle. His hard-nosed running and unbeatable toughness made him a fan favorite, as well as a five-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion.

2. LeSean McCoy, PHI/BUF/KC

PHILADELPHIA, PA – SEPTEMBER 25: Running back LeSean McCoy #25 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on September 25, 2011 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Shady was even more unstoppable than Lynch, but for a different reason. McCoy was simply too fast and elusive for defenders to get their hands on him. McCoy rushed for over 10,000 yards from 2010 to 2019, more than any other player, made six Pro Bowls and was twice named an All-Pro.

1. Adrian Peterson, MIN/NO/ARI/WAS

DENVER, CO – OCTOBER 4: Running back Adrian Peterson #28 of the Minnesota Vikings rushes for a 48 yard touchdown against the Denver Broncos in the fourth quarter of a game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on October 4, 2015 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

Peterson had to be number one on this list – not many running backs struck fear into the heart of defenses like AD. His 2012 season was the stuff of legend – coming off a torn ACL, all Peterson did was run for 2,097 yards on 6.0 yards per carry and win NFL MVP. The seven-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro is without a doubt one of the greatest to ever play the position.

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