Josh Jacobs 2023 NFL free agency: Eagles, Bears among top landing spots for league’s reigning rushing champion

So far, Josh Jacobs‘ NFL career has somewhat mimicked the career of former Raider and Hall of Fame running back Marcus Allen. Three years after he broke Allen’s franchise rookie rushing record, Jacobs led the NFL in rushing (1,653 rushing yards in 2022), a feat Allen also accomplished during his fourth year in the league. … Read more

Ex-NFL rushing leader breaks silence on quiet free-agency market

While 27 is young in most lines of work, it’s old for an NFL running back. Teams are constantly looking for younger, cheaper alternatives at the position, regardless of one’s résumé. As a rookie in 2017, Kareem Hunt — who turns 28 on Aug. 6 — led the NFL in rushing with 1,327 yards. More … Read more

Jim Brown dies at 87: NFL recently created annual rushing award in Cleveland Browns legend’s honor

Getty Images Jim Brown led the NFL in rushing eight times during his nine-year NFL career. From now on, the player who leads the league in rushing will receive a trophy named in honor of Brown, who passed away Thursday night at the age of 87. During this past year’s NFL Honors, Hall of Fame … Read more