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John Riggins is a former running back out of Kansas, selected by the New York Jets with the 6th overall pick (round 1) in the 1971 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the New York Jets and Washington Redskins.
Draft Details
John Riggins Career Stats
- Super Bowl champion (XVII)
- Super Bowl MVP (XVII)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1978)
- First-team All-Pro (1983)
- Pro Bowl (1975)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1983, 1984)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- Bert Bell Award (1983)
Career Totals
| Rushing yards | Rushing average | Rushing touchdowns | Receptions | Receiving yards | Receiving touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11,352 | 3.9 | 104 | 250 | 2,090 | 12 |
Career History
- New York Jets (1971–1975)
- Washington Redskins (1976–1985)
Born: Seneca, Kansas, U.S. · Height: 6-2
Draft Class Context
John Riggins was the 1st of 26 RBs selected in the 1971 draft. The 6th overall pick has been used 59 times in draft history. Its most productive selection was Vernon Davis in 2006, who played 195 games. Kansas had 2 players drafted in 1971, including Steve Lawson. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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