was frank gore ever a top 5 running back?

. [78] In the regular-season finale against the Washington Redskins, Gore became the first running back in 49ers history to rush for 1,000 yards or more in three straight seasons as the 49ers won by a score of 27-24. He is showing that he has plenty left in the tank and will. He also set a franchise record with 2,180 combined yards (1,695 yards rushing and 485 yards receiving), breaking Hearsts single-season record of 2,105 total yards (1,570 rushing and 535 receiving) set in 1998. To do this his coach must realize that the offense starts and ends with his tailback, which is becoming more obvious with each passing game. However, the reason Frank Gore is so impressive is how long he was able to play in a position with a very short lifespan. Please check your email for a confirmation. I dont think he is top 10. Most seasons with 1,200 yards from scrimmage: 12, Most consecutive seasons with at least 500 yards rushing: 16, Most consecutive seasons with at least 600 yards rushing: 14, Most consecutive seasons with at least 700 yards rushing: 13 (tied with Emmitt Smith), Most career games by an NFL running back: 241, Most rushing yards in a game: 212 (Week 11, 2006), Most 100-yard games in a season: 9 (2006), Most rushing yards in a three-game span: 505 (Weeks 1012, 2006), Most consecutive games with 100 yards: 5 (Weeks 49, 2011), Most rushing yards in a season: 1,695 (2006), Most scrimmage yards in a season: 2,180 (2006), Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 13 January 2023, at 19:03. This guys as tough as anybody who ever played the game. Marcus Allen ran for 1000 yards just 3 times in 16 seasons. [21], Gore returned from his injury in the 2003 season. Gores Week 1 appearance vs. the Bill also marks the start of his 16th NFL season, making him and Marcus Allen the only two running backs to ever to play that many years in the NFL. [101], During the offseason, the 49ers hired Jim Harbaugh to be their new head coach and built themselves around a combination of a great running game, a supplemental passing game and a power house defense. On December 19, 2019, Gore Jr., a three-star prospect, committed to play football at University of Southern Mississippi after also receiving offers from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Florida Atlantic University. 1. [184][185], Gore finished the 2018 season with 156 carries for 722 yards to go along with 12 receptions for 124 yards and a touchdown. [53], Gore signed a contract extension through 2011 estimated to be worth $28 million over four years on March 28, 2007. After leaving San Francisco in 2014, Gore played for the Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, and New York Jets. [228], On April 12, 2018, Gore was honored by Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and given the 'Keys to the City'. [81], After being nearly shut down in the season-opener against the Arizona Cardinals, Gore had a career day the following week in the home opener against the Seattle Seahawks. So Walter Payton doesnt belong in the Hall either? He shared the backfield with Jarrett Payton and Tyrone Moss. [102] This combination proved to be effective for Gore and the 49ers, leading them to a 133 record in the regular season and a playoff spot for the 49ers, their first such appearance since 2002 along with a first round bye. Only one player in the history of the NFL, according to Football Reference, has carried the ball 100 times at the age of 37 or later . Gores greatness came from durability and longevity. At least it shouldnt. He was the Eagles greatest franchise RB. He attended Coral Gables Senior High School in Coral Gables, Florida, where he excelled as a running back on the football team. https://jetswire.usatoday.com/2020/09/13/new-york-jets-frank-gore-makes-history-no-running-back-has-played-in-more-games-emmitt-smith/, Jason McCourty on Jets: 'Go all in and bring Lamar to the Big Apple', List of free agents for New York Jets in 2023, Jets with two finalists for Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year, NFL draft history: Every quarterback ever drafted No. I don't love the idea of Gore being in the Hall, but I can at least accept it. Emmitt Smith (18,355), 2. Gore, who turns 37 next week, has played 15 seasons for four teams. He became the Colts first running back to rush for 1,000 yards since Joseph Addai in 2007. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Nobody ever really framed it for me that way but when I think about it he is definitely top 3 all time in terms of durability and probably top 5 all time in terms of consistency for a RB. Gore should be mentioned, at least, in any conversation of Greatest RBs, Quiet professional whos been doing it at a high level for a long time. The consistency that allows for someone Gores age to carry for over a thousand yards a season is what GMs want to compliment the passing game. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Gore did get the Art Rooney Award which is like Walter Payton but for on field stuff. No. He played in 14 games, starting one, in the 2005 season. 2012 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. [80], Gore entered the 2009 season under the guidance of new running back coach Tom Rathman. [182] During a Week 6 3128 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears, Gore recorded 15 carries for 101 rushing yards. Jul 21, 2017 2:32 PM [45] The touchdown run was fifth-longest run from scrimmage by a 49ers rookie. He is a model player, teammate and citizen, at a time when the NFL has constant character issues, This guy will be in the HoF no matter what. Good and durable, sure. Yards per carry doesnt carry the day, not even close. Gore has now played in 227 regular season games after previously being tied with Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith at 226 games. __________. If Harbaugh, G Ro. [127][128] In the Super Bowl, Gore had 19 carries for 110 yards and a touchdown, but the 49ers fell behind 286 early and could not complete the comeback, losing the game 3431 to the Baltimore Ravens. For those who apparently didnt know, Walter Paytons yards per carry was identical to Gores at 4.4. I just don't see it. Voters love longevity and consistency and Gore has already provided both with seemingly some time left. He is showing that he has plenty left in the tank and will do nothing but pad his lead. Id say that if he didnt get injured those 2 years, he would have passed Gore. Nope, but he belongs in the Hall of Fame. [51][52], Gore emerged as one of the top running backs in the NFL in his first full season as the starter. Most running backs break down by the time they reach their 30s, but Gore has kept his body in phenomenal shape and remains motivated in his first season with the Jets. They accomplished that with Trent Richardson as their starting RB. He owns. 8 times over 10 TD. The only thing rare about Gore is his constant need to tap himself out every other run. Durability and longevity at a position that chews players up and spits them out is what separates the great ones from the pack. [189][190] During a Week 4 16-10 loss to the defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots, Gore became the fourth player in NFL history to run for 15,000 yards after rushing 17 times for 109 yards. Frank Gore has done enough to merit 1st ballot induction in any era, 2. His season was the first time a rookie led the 49ers in rushing since 1990, when Dexter Carter paced the team with 460 yards. First player in NFL history with 12 consecutive 1,200-yards from scrimmage seasons. Oh, so based on your criteria, Emmitt Smith with his 4.2ypc average should be removed the the HOF? The more people you've got, the hungrier that person should be. At his age, that is incredible. [13] In the next game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, he had six carries for 78 yards and his first collegiate rushing touchdown in the 610 victory. No but that shouldn't be seen as a disrespect towards Gore either. The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Of those, only Gore and Westbrook also led their team in rushing. [126] In the next round, the San Francisco 49ers visited the Georgia Dome to play against the top-seeded Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship. [72] For his efforts, Gore earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week. A staggering 14 years and 14,748. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. . [47] Gore had his first two-touchdown game in a 2420 victory over the Rams, with a 10-yard scoring run in the second quarter and a 30-yard score in the fourth quarter. [76], During Week 3, Gore dominated the Detroit Lions, rushing for over 120 yards and a touchdown in a 3113 victory. [6], While emerging as a talented football prospect, Gore also focused his attention on improving his academics and assisting his mother, who was battling kidney disease and had started dialysis treatments. His nine 100-yard games in 2006 shattered the franchise record for most 100-yard games in a season. This guy is well beyond the HOF threshold. Me seeing him when he was a little kid playing outside with his bigger cousins, I knew he was going to play football, but if he doesnt want to play, as long as he gets his grades and does something positive with his life, Im okay with it. Despite the young running back's history of injury, Gore played in 14 games as a rookie on the team, leading the 49ers with 608 rushing yards on 127 carries and three touchdowns. [197] Gore was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team for the 2010s. I cant really see him in my top 10. Quite unlike anything we've seen from a RB. Gore is already the active rushing leader, with 13,065 career yards, and the only players ahead of him in NFL history are Hall of Famers. [201] On December 30, 2020, he was placed on injured reserve. [195] He ended up leading the team in carries while sharing the backfield with rookie Devin Singletary. Frank Gore is 37 years old and playing for the New York Jets. No, simply piling up a lot of yards with a lot of carries doesnt make you a Hall of Famer. [44] The touchdown was the longest run from scrimmage by a 49ers player since running back Kevan Barlow had a 78-yard rush against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2003. Gore also caught his first receiving touchdown of his career on the road against the Seahawks when quarterback Alex Smith avoided a sack and found Gore along the left sideline for a 20-yard score. Gore was born on May 14, 1983, making him 37 years old. Now, his 19-year-old son Frank Gore Jr. is following in his footsteps at the collegiate level. "I love Frank Gore," Shanahan said Wednesday. Getty Images. If you love this game you're gonna step up to the plate. Hes more than 1,000 yards behind Payton for second all-time, so unless Gore has a resurgence in his career or never retires you never know with him hell more than likely remain in third place. While receiving applause, Gore asked for his family and friends in attendance at the event to stand to be honored as well. The biggest reason you wanted this guy on your team because you never heard about him in the off-season being arrested for some stupid stuff or getting suspended for drug use. Do it Frank The Tank!!!!! [92] For the season, Gore amassed 10 rushing touchdowns and 13 total touchdowns from scrimmage, both career bests. He was the start of the 49ers when they were absolutely horrible. This was Gore's 15th season with at least 500 rushing yards, an NFL record. Eli Manning (QB) You know that Manning has to be thinking about it, even though he We're looking at entire careers, not who had the best prime. / CBS Sacramento. [118], During the playoffs, Gore performed exceedingly well, helping the 49ers set up a touchdown by rushing for 42 yards in the Divisional Round in his playoff debut, a 3632 victory over the New Orleans Saints; Gore had a total of 89 yards in the game. Thats what Frank Gore has. Even though LeVeon Bell is the Jets No. He is already more worthy of the Hall than half the running backs already in there. [96] Gore had rushed for four 100-yard games before fracturing his right hip in a Week 12 win over the Arizona Cardinals, prematurely ending his season[97] after the 49ers put him on IR. [186], On March 13, 2019, Gore signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Buffalo Bills. I don't think this is even defensible. Now look at him. His vision, ability to get low and fit through the narrowest gaps in the defense along with his pass blocking have all been a sight to behold. Only time I have ever seen Seattle fans rained out of a game. [98], Gore finished the 2010 season with 203 carries for 853 yards and three touchdowns to go along with 46 receptions for 452 yards and two touchdowns. [60] He finished the season with a team-leading 61 receptions. [Thiry] Joey Bosa: "If I say something to them I get a [highlight] "I don't know if I ever made a halftime [Highlight] Tyler Huntley tries to go over the top [Pelissero] #Lions OC Ben Johnson informed interested [PFT] The Buccaneers have fired offensive coordinator Ex-NFL RB Peyton Hillis off ventilator, 'on the road to [Sauce Gardener] Even though I had a 3.5 cumulative GPA Press J to jump to the feed. You know the guys from last year and adding the new young guys come training camp time the best man should win. Gore has a more yards from scrimmage than Allen in 3 less seasons. That being said, I think he has a pretty good case for the HoF though. I'll even put Thurman Thomas, Tony Dorsett, and Marcus Allen ahead of him. Consummate teammate. Yet it was Frank Gore many believed was the best of well, the best! [1], Gore played college football at Miami and was selected by the 49ers in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Emmitt had actual great seasons. The extension kept Gore with the San Francisco 49ers through the 2014 season. The 2018 season was the first time in his career where he did not record a rushing touchdown. [8][9], Gore had a scholarship to attend the University of Miami under new head coach Larry Coker. [122] In the regular-season finale against the Arizona Cardinals at Candlestick Park, Gore became the all-time franchise leader in rushing touchdowns (51) as the 49ers won the NFC West. Adam Gase is a big fan of Gore, dating back to when the two were in San Francisco together. Most people were in agreement with you. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Watch These Incredible . Best 49er running back of all time! Frank Gore is one of the best running backs in NFL history, statistically. In the 49ers first meeting against the Seattle Seahawks, Gore set the 49ers single-game rushing record by totaling a career-high 212 yards on 24 carries, besting the 201 yards by Charlie Garner on September 24, 2000, against the Dallas Cowboys. Tony Dorsett, 1 less year, 1300 less rushing yards, less TDs. Thurmond Thomas played the same number of years and has 2000 less rushing yards, lower ypc and less TDs. Will epic playoff collapse open door for a Chargers coaching change? [159], In the first four games of the 2016 season, Gore averaged 63.3 rushing yards per game and scored three total touchdowns. Jul 21, 2017 1:38 PM Instead of getting better, the Colts have put up back to back 8-8 seasons. He had six carries for 15 yards in the 337 victory over the Nittany Lions. He just does what needs to be done and oh yeahhell probably be the #4 runner all time when he retires. Class act. [148], On March 10, 2015, Gore signed a three-year, $12 million contract with the Indianapolis Colts. [176] On March 1, 2018, the Colts announced that they would not re-sign Gore, allowing him to become a free agent at the start of the new league year. [68] He was able to return in time for the regular-season opener against the Arizona Cardinals on September 10. [67], Gore broke a bone in his hand in the non-contact Training Camp drill on July 30 and missed the entire preseason. 2005 Topps Football 50th Frank Gore . Gore has a good total of numbers but hes only had a couple real impressive seasons. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. But he hasnt been playing at a high level the last couple years, and another mediocre season or two really isnt helpful to his cause. [49] Following the season, he had major surgery on both shoulders. Maybe he gets another 1300 rushing yards and catches Gore in TDs with one more season? This season, the veteran running back has rushed a total of . As he spells Bell moving forward, Gore will continue to add to his historic number of games played. He played on some lousy San Francisco teams that had Alex Smith as their QB. Ryan Mathews 14. No, simply piling up a lot of yards with a lot of carries doesnt make you a Hall of Famer. He was a very good player but he made his money on being an above average RB for a ridiculously long time. In terms of talentNo. But, rather than focus his energy on returning to the NFL, the longtime RB is training to . I would love to see the Colts send Frank back to San Francisco, where he can finish out his career, and continue working on his personal accomplishments. At least it shouldnt. [33], Gore was selected in the third round with the 65th overall pick of the 2005 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers. [187][188], After rushing for 20 yards on twelve carries against the New York Jets to the start the 2019 season, Gore had 19 carries for 68 rushing yards and his first rushing touchdown since Week 12 of the 2017 season in the 2814 victory over the New York Giants in Week 2. Not a member? [53] On January 20, 2010, Steven Jackson announced he would not be playing in the Pro Bowl because of injury, so Gore was named to the 2010 Pro Bowl in his spot, the second of his career. He finished the season with 197 carries for 945 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns. [164] In Week 15 against the Minnesota Vikings' third ranked defense, Gore hit the century mark for the second time this season, rushing for 101 yards on 26 carries in the 34-6 road victory. Of the top 10 RBs in the Hall only two had more YPC than Gore. Frank Gore Sr. is one of the most well-known and beloved NFL running backs of the last couple of decades. [48] In the regular-season finale against the Houston Texans, he registered his first 100-yard game with 108 yards on 25 carries as the 49ers won by a score of 2017. . Curtis Martin and Jerome Bettis dont belong there. Where do you guys see Frank Gore ranking amongst the all time great running backs? Gore had 14. 3. Didnt he have two huge knee injuries in college, leading Clinton Portis and Willis McGahee to surpass him on the Hurricanes depth chart? [117] Gore finished the season with 1,211 yards, having had five seasons with at least 1,000 rushing yards. And hes physically efficient, one cut and go; if hed played for Mike Shanahan, hed have had a 2,000-yard season. 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Gore, 37, is third on the NFLs all-time rushing list, trailing only Walter Payton and Smith. The 2005 season was one of the best running back seasons we have ever seen, as he rushed for 1,880 yards and 27 touchdowns. He also has become the best running ever, for a team that has had a rich history. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) is so committed to opposing Rep. Kevin McCarthy's flailing House speaker bid that he offered to resign from Congress Thursday night if a faction of Democrats were to vote with Republicans to allow a more "moderate" member of the GOP to take the gavel.Appearing on Laura Ingraham's Fox News show, Gaetz was asked about . [Highlight] Patterson ends it, Jaguars pull off the comeback. [83][84] He earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week for the fourth time in his career. 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[20] Before his injury that year, Gore beat out future NFL running back Willis McGahee in the spring of 2002 for the role as the Hurricanes' starter. 4y. [177], On March 22, 2018, Gore signed a one-year contract, worth $1,105,000, with his hometown team, the Miami Dolphins. 2 times over 20 TD, Gore: 3 times over 1200 yards. The defenses keyed on Gore, encouraging Smith to throw. Dickerson played only 1 less year, but had 800 yards less rushing and 2300 less yards from scrimmage. During his 10 seasons with the 49ers, he became the franchise's rushing yards leader and received five Pro Bowl selections. He was the start of the 49ers when they were absolutely horrible. At 37 years old, the New York Jets running back is in his 16th NFL season and trails Smith by 2,462 yards with three games left in the 2020 regular season. His work can be found on Examiner.com. 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