17. Frank Gore
Frank Gore is the Rodney Dangerfield of running backs who are among the top 10 on the NFL’s all-time rushing list. He just doesn’t seem to get the respect he deserves, especially considering the names he can be mentioned amongst. A third-round pick in the 2005 NFL Draft, Gore currently ranks third on the NFL’s all-time rushing list with exactly 16,000 yards. Only Emmitt Smith and Walter Payton are ahead of him.
Gore reached so high on the list because he managed to stay in the league for 16 seasons. Somehow, he only made the Pro Bowl five times and never led the league in rushing or in touchdowns. But thanks to his incredible longevity and his powerful frame, Gore has a place in the record books and should be considered among the best running backs of all time.
- Seasons Played: 16
- Pro Bowl Selections: 5x selection
- Hall of Fame: Not yet eligible, retired in 2022