{"id":1236,"date":"2025-04-03T16:03:15","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T20:03:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pro-football-reference.com\/pfr-blog\/?p=1236"},"modified":"2026-02-16T13:47:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T17:47:32","slug":"jacksonville-jaguars-top-5-running-backs-of-all-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pro-football-reference.com\/pfr-blog\/2025\/04\/jacksonville-jaguars-top-5-running-backs-of-all-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Jacksonville Jaguars Top 5 Running Backs of All Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

(last updated on February 16, 2026)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Jacksonville Jaguars’ history only stretches back to 1995<\/a>. One constant has been its fanbase, the “Duval,” and an enduring running game with a stable of backs that have given defensive coordinators nightmares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us to examine the best running backs’ accomplishments, impact, and legacy for the Jacksonville Jaguars. This journey will remind us of their significant contributions in shaping the franchise’s identity and solidifying their place among the greatest running backs in team history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This project will select and identify the quintet of the franchise’s greatest running backs. The following regular-season criteria will be examined: rushing yards, overall touchdowns, receptions, and awards while with the team. Secondly, if applicable, we will look at playoff numbers with the club, what stats they may have had in the league while not a member of the subject franchise, and any other circumstances or events that warrant consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Best Running Backs in Jaguars History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Jacksonville Jaguars boast a rich history of talented running backs, even though they entered the NFL as a franchise near the end of the last century. This subcategory will delve into the careers of the five greatest Jaguars running backs, examining their impact on the franchise and their place in NFL history. From bruising powerhouses to elusive speedsters, these players have entertained and inspired generations of Jaguars fans, leaving an indelible mark on the team’s legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The selection pool gathers talent from the last 30+ years, stretching back to the club’s early seasons in the 1990s. No matter what the decade, the franchise has always seemed willing to run the ball and the knack of finding the talent to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n\t\tTravis Etienne<\/a><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\n\n\n\n \n

\n \n Travis Etienne Jr.\n \n <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\tPosition<\/strong>: RB\n\t\n<\/p>\n\n

5-10<\/span>, 215lb<\/span> (178cm, 97kg) <\/p>\n

Team<\/strong>: Jacksonville Jaguars<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n

\n Born:<\/strong> \n \n\t\tJanuary 26<\/a>, 1999\n \n \n in Jennings, LA<\/a><\/span>\n \n<\/span\"> (Age: 27-021d)<\/nobr><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

College<\/strong>: \n \n\t\tClemson<\/a>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t (College Stats<\/a>)\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/p>

Weighted Career AV (100-95-…)<\/a>:<\/strong> 33 (3517th overall since 1960)\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High School<\/strong>: \n \n\t\tJennings<\/a> (LA<\/a>)\n\t\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Draft<\/strong>: Jacksonville Jaguars<\/a> in the 1st round (25th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n

Pronunciation<\/strong>: \\ee-tee-EN<\/a>\\<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Relatives<\/strong>: Brother Trevor Etienne<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t

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2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Career<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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\nG<\/strong><\/span>

17<\/p>\n

66<\/p><\/div>\n\n

\nAV<\/strong><\/span>

10<\/p>\n

35<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>

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260<\/p>\n

897<\/p><\/div>\n\n

\nYds<\/strong><\/span>

1107<\/p>\n

3798<\/p><\/div>\n\n

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4.3<\/p>\n

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\nTD<\/strong><\/span>

7<\/p>\n

25<\/p><\/div>\n\n

\nFantPt<\/strong><\/span>

217.9<\/p>\n

703.6<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Travis Etienne has made a significant impact as a running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars since being drafted in 2021<\/a>. In his rookie season, Etienne was sidelined due to an injury, but he bounced back in 2022 with a stellar performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He rushed for 1,125 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 5.1 yards per carry, while adding 316 receiving yards. His explosive playmaking ability and versatility in the ground game and the passing attack have been vital to the Jaguars’ offensive success. Etienne’s presence helped open the field for quarterback Trevor Lawrence and contributed to the team’s playoff push in 2022<\/a>. In 2025, Travis had his third 1,000-yard season on the ground and helped the Jags win the AFC South<\/a>. His ability to break big runs and maintain balance has solidified his place as a key player in the Jaguars’ offensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n\t\tFred Taylor<\/a><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n

\n \n Frederick Antwon Taylor\n  (Fragile Fred<\/span>)\n <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\tPosition<\/strong>: RB\n\t\n<\/p>\n\n

6-1<\/span>, 228lb<\/span> (185cm, 103kg) <\/p>\n\n\n

\n Born:<\/strong> \n \n\t\tJanuary 27<\/a>, 1976\n \n \n in Pahokee, FL<\/a><\/span>\n \n<\/span> (Age: 49-047d)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

College<\/strong>: \n \n\t\tFlorida<\/a>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t (College Stats<\/a>)\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/p>

Weighted Career AV (100-95-…)<\/a>:<\/strong> 88 (301st overall since 1960)\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High School<\/strong>: \n \n\t\tGlades Central<\/a> (FL<\/a>)\n\t\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Draft<\/strong>: Jacksonville Jaguars<\/a> in the 1st round (9th overall) of the 1998 NFL Draft<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Relatives<\/strong>: Son Kelvin Taylor<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\n