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211
Games
8,261
Rush Yards
56
Rush TD
512
Receptions
4,605
Rec Yards
15
Rec TD
Earnest Byner is a former running back out of East Carolina, selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 280th overall pick (round 10) in the 1984 NFL Draft. He played 211 regular-season games from 1984 to 1997. He was named to 2 Pro Bowls.
Draft Details
Earnest Byner Career Stats
- 2× Pro Bowl selection.
- Primary starter for 8 seasons.
- Ranks 1st in the 1984 draft class in rushing yards (8,261).
Career Totals
| Games | Pass Yds | Pass TD | Rush Yds | Rush TD | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211 | 90 | 3 | 8,261 | 56 | 512 | 4,605 | 15 |
Career span: 1984–1997.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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| 1 | 5 |  KC |
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| 1 | 5 | KC |
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NT |  Pittsburgh |
| 1 | 6 |  LAC |
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