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Earl Campbell

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Position: RB
Date of Birth: March 29, 1955
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 232 lbs
First Team: HOU (1978)
Last Team: NO (1985)

Running Back Stats

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Earl Campbell Career Summary

Date of Birth: March 29, 1955
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career Timeline

  • Houston Oilers (1978-1984)
    • Drafted as the first overall pick in the 1978 NFL Draft.
    • Winner of the 1979 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
    • Three-time NFL rushing yards leader (1979, 1980, 1981).
    • Named NFL Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 1979.
    • Selected to the Pro Bowl five times (1978-1982).
    • First-team All-Pro selection in 1979, 1980, and 1981.
    • Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1991.
  • New Orleans Saints (1984-1985)
    • Played two seasons with the Saints, contributing as a veteran presence.
    • Retired from professional football after the 1985 season.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Known for his powerful running style, earning the nickname "The Tyler Rose."
  • Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1990, recognizing his collegiate success at the University of Texas.
  • Ranked among the greatest running backs in NFL history for his impact on the game.
  • His jersey number 34 was retired by the Houston Oilers.
  • Featured in the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1970s.
  • Appeared in the 1980 Super Bowl (Super Bowl XIV).

Legacy

Earl Campbell is remembered not only for his exceptional talent on the field but also for his contributions to the game of football. His legacy as one of the most dominant running backs in NFL history continues to inspire future generations of players.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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