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NFL Power Rankings: 30 Best Running Backs of All-Time

By Bryce Olin

Nov 7, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) breaks away from Washington Redskins linebacker London Fletcher (59) during the fourth quarter at Mall of America Field at H.H.H. Metrodome. The Vikings defeated the Redskins 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 7, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) breaks away from Washington Redskins linebacker London Fletcher (59) during the fourth quarter at Mall of America Field at H.H.H. Metrodome. The Vikings defeated the Redskins 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /
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16. Jerome Bettis

Built more like a “Bus,” Jerome Bettis took the NFL by surprise with his quick feet and nimble cuts for such a big dude.

Bettis bowled over anyone in his path for 13,662 total rushing yards in his career, which ranks sixth in total rush yards in NFL history. Bettis was the ultimate bruising running back, but he also had the speed to break away from defenders for runs of 40, 50, and even 70-plus yards.

Bettis won one Super Bowl with the Pittsburgh Steelers and was a six-time Pro-Bowler in his 13 seasons.

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