Download or read book The National Football League's Top Ten Running Backs of All Time written by Thomas J. Strang and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These are the greatest running backs to ever set foot on the field. This list of the top NFL running backs of all time is ranked by football fans worldwide. Who are the best NFL running backs of all time? The goal is to determine the greatest running backs to ever play the game. They are some of the fastest, most athletic sports stars in the game. These top athletes have been wowing fans across the country for years. Some of them currently play in the league, others are long-retired legends whose legacy will be remembered on and off the field for a long time. The list establishes individual rankings of specific running backs and helps answer the question, "Who is the best NFL running back in the world?" This list includes some legendary famous football players with a lot of rushing yards under their belt. Anyone can vote on the top running backs in history, which means these players are truly fan favorites. They are: 10. Earl Campbell, 9. LaDainian Tomlinson, 8. Eric Dickerson, 7. Gale Sayers, 6. Marshall Faulk, 5. O.J. Simpson, 4. Emmitt Smith, 3. Walter Payton, 2. Barry Sanders and 1. Jim Brown.