was frank gore ever a top 5 running back?

Register now! If Eli Manning belongs in the HoF then Gore does, too. . Id say that if he didnt get injured those 2 years, he would have passed Gore. [113] However, he rushed for only 39 yards in the next game against the Baltimore Ravens as the 49ers lost by a score of 616. They made it all the way to the AFC Championship game in Lucks third year. Gore, who turns 37 next week, has played 15 seasons for four teams. No, simply piling up a lot of yards with a lot of carries doesnt make you a Hall of Famer. Salute to a hall of fame career 21/23. He was a very good player but he made his money on being an above average RB for a ridiculously long time. By 1997, he had signed a seven-year, $40 million contract en route to becoming the NFL's all-time leading rusher. [131] Gore's season got off to a slow start, only rushing for 142 yards combined through the first three games. Frank Gore Journeyman Frank Gore currently holds the No. [149] His contract included $8.5 million in guarantees. Gore has now played in 227 regular season games after previously being tied with Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith at 226 games. [50], Gore was elevated to the top of the 49ers' depth chart following the August 19, 2006, trade that shipped incumbent starter Kevan Barlow to the New York Jets in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick. Am I off base here? Against Miami Northwestern High School, he had a then-career high 293 yards and two touchdowns on 10 carries. so annoying for fantasy omg I just need 5 more yards from frank. With his 5 receptions he passed the 300 mark for his career which puts him on an active list with Reggie Bush and Stephen Jackson. [71] Gore's best game came against the Cardinals in their divisional rematch in Week 12, where he recorded 116 rushing yards and two touchdown to go along with 11 receptions for 98 yards. [Bo Brack] Peter Schrager says on FOX former Arizona [Joe Mixon] @NFL since yall all about the coin flipping [Highlight] Maher misses his 4th PAT of the night. Frank Gore made history in his Jets debut Sunday, as hes now atop the leaderboard for most games ever played by a running back. Since you have made this its own thread, I'll go ahead and post my rebuttal for people as well. Those situations are taking their toll on their franchise QB, as he is getting pounded. [116], Gore managed to finish the season on a high note, with a three-game winning streak, including one against the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he rushed 65 yards and a touchdown. However, the reason Frank Gore is so impressive is how long he was able to play in a position with a very short lifespan. In the 2020 NFL offseason, Frank Gore would sign with the New York Jets. As per Mayor Suarez, Gore "symbolizes the very soul of [Miami], is a product of our city, a product of the West Grove, where so many families for so many generations have grown up together." He finished the season seventh among all NFL rookie running backs in rushing average with 4.8 average per run. Unbiased, Ill give you Barry, Payton, Brown, Smith, LT and Faulk. [59], Gore finished the season with eight rushing touchdowns, tied for the third-most in a season by a 49er. Frank Gore is one of the best running backs in NFL history, statistically. 1 time over 10 TD. As he spells Bell moving forward, Gore will continue to add to his historic number of games played. Bettis had 400 fewer yards but 14 more touchdowns in 13 seasons, which is how many Gore has had so far. [41], Gore rushed for 17 yards on four carries and caught two passes for 21 yards in his NFL debut, a 2825 victory over the St. Louis Rams. [119] During the NFC Championship, he rushed for 74 yards in the 2017 overtime loss to the Giants. Plus, he earned a nice two-year parting gift from the Cardinals ($7.5M) to wrap up. [31], In 28 total games with the Hurricanes, Gore rushed 380 times for 1,975 yards (a 5.7 rushing average) and seventeen touchdowns. He practices just as hard as he plays on game day. He led the team in rushing with 608 yards on 127 carries and three rushing touchdowns. He was the sixth running back to be selected in the 2005 NFL Draft. 4 Curtis Martin, who retired with 14,101 yards. 3000 less yards from scrimmage than Gore. He was a beast. Most running backs break down by the time they reach their 30s, but Gore has kept his body in phenomenal shape and remains motivated in his first season with the Jets. By the way, my comments suggesting he was one of the best ever were heavily downvoted, so I don't think there were many people saying he was top 10. [15] On November 17, he churned 11 carries for 157 rushing yards against Syracuse. [1], Gore played college football at Miami and was selected by the 49ers in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. [148], On March 10, 2015, Gore signed a three-year, $12 million contract with the Indianapolis Colts. In the 49ers first meeting against the Seattle Seahawks, Gore set the 49ers single-game rushing record by totaling a career-high 212 yards on 24 carries, besting the 201 yards by Charlie Garner on September 24, 2000, against the Dallas Cowboys. Bills running back Frank Gore is one big game away from catching Barry Sanders for the third-most rushing yards in NFL history.Gore has 15,136 rushing yards in his career, while Sanders retired . 2012 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. I think he is a top 15 back and a HOF. 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"I love Frank Gore," Shanahan said Wednesday. [74], Gore finished the season with 260 carries for 1,102 yards and five touchdowns to go along with 53 receptions for 436 yards and a touchdown as the 49ers finished with a 511 record. [176] On March 1, 2018, the Colts announced that they would not re-sign Gore, allowing him to become a free agent at the start of the new league year. His nine 100-yard games in 2006 shattered the franchise record for most 100-yard games in a season. Other then out "Beast moding" Marshawn Lynch, Gore did something else that was special Thursday night. [Highlight] Patterson ends it, Jaguars pull off the comeback. Gore is a true hog. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. [54][55] Gore had nine 100-yard rushing games in 2006, giving him ten for his career. I remember him running for over 200 yards in a literal flood, every set of stadium stairs had a waterfall running down it. [26], Gore returned from his ACL injury to lead the Miami backfield in carries, rushing yards, and rushing touchdowns. And hes physically efficient, one cut and go; if hed played for Mike Shanahan, hed have had a 2,000-yard season. One of five RBs in NFL history with at least nine 1,000-yard seasons, joining. Getty Images. Free shipping for many products! Gore was born on May 14, 1983, making him 37 years old. [198], On May 6, 2020, Gore signed a one-year deal with the New York Jets. He is already more worthy of the Hall than half the running backs already in there. Gore had 14. Instead of getting better, the Colts have put up back to back 8-8 seasons. 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Imagine how good he couldve been had he not suffered the horrific knee injuries in college. He was also complemented by a new second-string back, 49ers' third-round draft pick Glen Coffee. The extension kept Gore with the San Francisco 49ers through the 2014 season. If Dickerson played 1 more, year he likely would not have surpassed Gore in scrimmage yards. It did not appear as though the hit he took against Seattle with 6 minutes left in the first half did anything other then motivate Gore who rushed for close to 100 yards after that point, but with Kendall Hunter taking all the snaps with the team trying to ice the game, clearly something was wrong. Gore was the first 49ers running back to have three-straight 100 yard games since Garrison Hearst had a 49ers-record four straight 100-yard games during Weeks 13-16 of the 1998 season. Best 49er running back of all time! There have been a lot of really talented RB's who have played in the NFL. He had six carries for 15 yards in the 337 victory over the Nittany Lions. He was the Eagles greatest franchise RB. He also caught 25 passes for 225 yards (9.8 avg), returned two kickoffs for 48 yards and recorded five tackles on special teams. [150][151] Prior to signing with the Colts, it was widely reported that Gore had agreed to a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles on March 9 to replace LeSean McCoy. He is showing that he has plenty left in the tank and will. HOF for sure, no matter what happens from here on out. 50. I love Frank Gore. [170] Gore embraced the competition saying "to have depth to compete, I feel like everybody should have depth to compete at their position. He just had a lot of decent seasons and played a long time. Incredible RB that made the most of playing behind some awful OLs. [200] In Week 15, Gore set the NFL record for most games played by a running back, passing Lorenzo Neal. Of the top 10 RBs in the Hall only two had more YPC than Gore. The biggest reason you wanted this guy on your team because you never heard about him in the off-season being arrested for some stupid stuff or getting suspended for drug use. Gore finished ninth in the league in rushing yards with 967 and had six touchdowns, while also adding 34 receptions for 267 yards and a touchdown. [182] During a Week 6 3128 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears, Gore recorded 15 carries for 101 rushing yards. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. [61] Only two other teams had a running back as their leading receiver: New Orleans (Reggie Bush) and Philadelphia (Brian Westbrook). The biggest reason you wanted this guy on your team because you never heard about him in the off-season being arrested for some stupid stuff or getting suspended for drug use. [164] In Week 15 against the Minnesota Vikings' third ranked defense, Gore hit the century mark for the second time this season, rushing for 101 yards on 26 carries in the 34-6 road victory. Latest on Southern Miss Golden Eagles running back Frank Gore Jr. including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Learn how your comment data is processed. [56][57][58], Gore's breakaway ability helped him finish the season with 5.4 yards per carry, placing him third in the entire NFL, behind only Michael Vick (8.4 YPC on 123 carries) and Maurice Jones-Drew (5.7 YPC on 166 carries). [136] In the 2317 NFC Championship road loss to the Seahawks, Gore had 14 rushing yards on 11 carries to go along with a 17-yard reception. I have a love/hate kinda thing for this guy. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. You never hear of complaints from teammates about him and you never hear negatives in the press. Barry Sanders (15,269), 5. [4][5] Heavily recruited, he was named the third-ranked prospect in Dade County by The Miami Herald, fourth in the state of Florida, and 18th nationally. His heart will always remain in San Francisco though where he currently resides and covers everything from the San Francisco 49ers and Giants to the San Jose Sharks and California Bears Baseball team. One of four RBs in NFL history with 15,000 career rushing yards, joining Emmitt Smith, Walter Payton, and Barry Sanders. [197] Gore was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team for the 2010s. Of those, only Gore and Westbrook also led their team in rushing. A member of the San Francisco 49ers during most of his career, he ranks third in NFL career rushing yards. [175] He became the fifth player in NFL history to amass 14,000 rushing yards in his career, joining Emmitt Smith, Walter Payton, Barry Sanders, and Curtis Martin. [160][161] Gore carried that momentum in the next game against the Houston Texans, rushing for 106 yards on 22 carries to become the Colts' first 100-yard rusher in 55 games. 3 spot on the NFL all-time rushing leaders list. [122] In the regular-season finale against the Arizona Cardinals at Candlestick Park, Gore became the all-time franchise leader in rushing touchdowns (51) as the 49ers won the NFC West. He owns. Adrian Peterson (14,918), [96] Gore had rushed for four 100-yard games before fracturing his right hip in a Week 12 win over the Arizona Cardinals, prematurely ending his season[97] after the 49ers put him on IR. Emmitt, Walter, OJ and Thurman all had equal or fewer yards per carry. The consistency that allows for someone Gores age to carry for over a thousand yards a season is what GMs want to compliment the passing game. [44] The touchdown was the longest run from scrimmage by a 49ers player since running back Kevan Barlow had a 78-yard rush against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2003. Bills survive to beat Dolphins, advance to divisional round, Lamar Jackson: My knee remains inflamed and unstable, Sammy Watkins hopes Lamar Jackson decides to play, Report: Lamar Jackson not looking good for Sunday, NFL selects Atlanta for potential Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship. The defenses keyed on Gore, encouraging Smith to throw. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 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The players ahead of him contain Hall of Famers and feature five 2,000-yard rushing seasons. Frank Gore at the age of 29 is already the teams all-time leading rusher, and currently second in the NFL in rushing yards this year. 2 overall, 9 potential candidates for vacant Jets offensive coordinator position, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Basically Gore isn't a top 10 rb if you don't think the Bus is. HOF for sure. Make Jed York look like the moron he is for letting you go. [3] He had two notable record-breaking games. He is also the best blitz pickup back of his generation. That being said, I think he has a pretty good case for the HoF though. Gore has already made his case as a HOF! what oh he is on the bench resting after that 3 yard run. [7] To remain close to home, Gore eventually chose to attend the University of Miami. Gore stepped up to engineer an 1814 road victory with 85 rushing yards on 15 carries with two touchdowns. In Week 4, Gore had a big game rushing for 153 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries in a 35-11 road victory over the St. Louis Rams. [51][52], Gore emerged as one of the top running backs in the NFL in his first full season as the starter. [173] He was able to reach the century mark in the season's last game against the Houston Texans. It is exactly what makes a Hall of Famer. [100], Gore agreed to a three-year extension, worth $25.9 million, on August 30, 2011. [82] Gore rushed for 206 yards for a 12.8-yard average, including a 79-yard and an 80-yard touchdown run in the 23-10 victory, becoming the second player in NFL history to rush for two touchdowns for 75 yards or more in a single game, with the other being Hall-of-Fame running back Barry Sanders. Running Back SP . Gore was consistently effective for an extremely long time. 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