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NFL Most Rushing Yards Odds and Predictions: Jonathan Taylor Leads the Field

Updated: November 6, 2025, 06:00 AM ET
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  • Indianapolis Colts Running Back Jonathan Taylor (895 rushing yards) remains the leader but saw his substantial statistical edge drastically reduced.

  • The Buffalo Bills' James Cook (867 rushing yards) closed the gap substantially, moving into second place and coming within just 28 yards of the lead.

  • Rico Dowdle and Javonte Williams remain significantly behind the top two.

NFL Rushing Yards Leader Odds

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PlayerPositionTeamOdds
Jonathan TaylorRBIndianapolis Colts-105
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James CookRBBuffalo Bills+200
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Bijan RobinsonRBAtlanta Falcons+900
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Rico DowdleRBCarolina Panthers+1000
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Derrick HenryRBBaltimore Ravens+1000
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Saquon BarkleyRBPhiladelphia Eagles+1500
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Jahmyr GibbsRBDetroit Lions+2500
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Javonte WilliamsRBDallas Cowboys+2700
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Rest of the players listed at +3000 odds and higher.

My NFL Rushing Yards Leader Pick - Jonathan Taylor (-105) at Caesars

Jonathan Taylor currently leads the league in carries (157) and rushing yards (895), demonstrating the volume and production required for the award. Through nine games, he has displayed high efficiency with a 5.7 yards-per-carry average.

Furthermore, the Colts offense, under head coach Shane Steichen, utilizes Taylor as its focal point, providing him with game-flow-proof usage, as evidenced by his league-leading 14 total touchdowns and 1,113 yards from scrimmage, which ensures he consistently racks up yardage across all game situations.

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How to Bet on the NFL Rushing Yards Leader

The only way to bet on the NFL rushing yards leader is through the futures betting market. There are alternate ways you can bet on rushing yards, though. 

Many of the best online sportsbooks have over/under futures lines for each player, and you can also bet on each player's rushing yards on a per-game basis. 

How to Read NFL Rushing Yards Leader Odds

Looking at the odds above, you'll notice that each player has a "+" next to their name. This is typical during the preseason when there’s still a lot of uncertainty and games haven't started. As the season progresses and player stats start to separate the contenders, you’ll begin to see “-” odds appear for the frontrunners.

Let's examine how to read these odds through the lens of winning $100 or wagering $100.

  • “+” odds indicate how much you’d win on a $100 bet. For instance, if Barkley is listed at +650, a $100 wager would return $650 in winnings.

  • “-” odds show how much you must bet to win $100. So, if Barkley were -650, you’d have to wager $650 just to win $100.

Where to Bet on NFL Rushing Yards Leader

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NFL Rushing Yards Leader History

The rushing yards leader has been tracked yearly since 1932. In 1967, the Super Bowl era began. 

Below is the NFL's leading rusher every year since 2010. Since then, only one player has gone back-to-back as the league’s leading rusher. 

YearPlayerPositionTeam
2024Saquon BarkleyRBPhiladelphia Eagles
2023Christian McCaffreyRBSan Francisco 49ers
2022Josh JacobsRBLas Vegas Raiders
2021Jonathan TaylorRBIndianapolis Colts
2020Derrick HenryRBTennessee Titans
2019Derrick HenryRBTennessee Titans
2018Ezekiel ElliottRBDallas Cowboys
2017Kareem HuntRBKansas City Chiefs
2016Ezekiel ElliottRBDallas Cowboys
2015Adrian PetersonRBMinnesota Vikings
2014DeMarco MurrayRBDallas Cowboys
2013LeSean McCoyRBPhiladelphia Eagles
2012Adrian PetersonRBMinnesota Vikings
2011Maurice Jones-DrewRBJacksonville Jaguars
2010Arian FosterRBHouston Texans

Most NFL Rushing Yards FAQ

Which running back has the most rushing yards of all time?

Former Dallas Cowboys and Arizona Cardinals running back Emmitt Smith holds the NFL’s all-time rushing record with 18,355 yards accumulated between 1990 and 2004.

Which active players have led the NFL in rushing yards?


Five active players in the NFL have led the league in rushing: McCaffrey, Jacobs, Taylor, Henry, and Barkley.  Ezekiel Elliott also did, but he’s currently a free agent.

How is the NFL Rushing Leader determined?

The rushing leader is crowned based on the total rushing yards from Week 1 through Week 18 of the regular season. The postseason isn't included.

What happens if there is a tie for the most rushing yards in the NFL?

If two players finished with the same number of rushing yards at the end of the regular season, they’re considered co-leaders.

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