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Josh Allen Nears 5,000 Career Rushing Yards
7/28/2026, 8:38:12 PM
Milestone Approaching
Bills quarterback Josh Allen is on the cusp of joining an exclusive group of NFL quarterbacks who have amassed at least 5,000 career rushing yards. The article notes that Allen currently holds 4,721 rushing yards and, maintaining his career average of 36.9 yards per game, is projected to reach the 5,000-yard mark during the eighth game of the current season. Achieving the milestone would make him the fifth quarterback in league history to do so.
Historical Context
Only four quarterbacks have previously crossed the 5,000-yard threshold: Lamar Jackson (6,522 yards), Michael Vick (6,109 yards), Cam Newton (5,628 yards) and Russell Wilson (5,568 yards). Allen already leads the NFL in rushing touchdowns among quarterbacks, with 79 career scores, underscoring his dual-threat reputation that has reshaped expectations for the position.
Key Statistics
- Current total: 4,721 career rushing yards.
- Career average: 36.9 rushing yards per game.
- Projected timeline: 5,000 yards expected by the eighth game of this season.
- Quarterback rushing leaders: Jackson (6,522), Vick (6,109), Newton (5,628), Wilson (5,568).
Implications and Outlook
Reaching 5,000 rushing yards would cement Allen’s status as one of the most productive mobile quarterbacks in NFL history and could influence how teams evaluate quarterback mobility in drafting and game planning. His existing record of 79 rushing touchdowns further highlights the strategic advantage his running ability provides the Buffalo Bills’ offense. As the season progresses, Allen’s continued production will be closely watched by analysts assessing the evolving role of dual-threat quarterbacks in the league.
