Maybe he gets another 1300 rushing yards and catches Gore in TDs with one more season? [191][192] He also became the second oldest player in NFL history with a 100+ yard rushing game, 61 days younger than MacArthur Lane in 1978. Class act. Emmitt, Walter, OJ and Thurman all had equal or fewer yards per carry. Now, his 19-year-old son Frank Gore Jr. is following in his footsteps at the collegiate level. For more Local Football Bloggers and the latest 49er news, seeBS Sports Sacramento. I think the big difference is Gore was never 1st Team All-Pro while Bettis was twice as well as Bettis having OROY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year. Gore is definitely top 10, though. [186], On March 13, 2019, Gore signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Buffalo Bills. [70] He missed a practice, but returned to the team and scored two touchdowns the following Sunday in a narrow 1716 road victory over the St. Louis Rams. The players ahead of him contain Hall of Famers and feature five 2,000-yard rushing seasons. GP ATT YDS RUSH TD REC REC YDS REC TD; 196: 3,226: 14,026: 77: 443: 3,672: 17: Jason Guilbault Quite unlike anything we've seen from a RB. 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. However, the reason Frank Gore is so impressive is how long he was able to play in a position with a very short lifespan. [60] He finished the season with a team-leading 61 receptions. He became the Colts first running back to rush for 1,000 yards since Joseph Addai in 2007. [137] He was ranked 46th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Jerrell Richardson is a Bay Area native who due to a college career at San Diego State University has grown an appreciation for all things sports related in California. He carried the ball 312 times for a franchise-record 1,695 yards, eclipsing Garrison Hearsts 1998 record of 1,570 yards. The nickname was inspired by the movie An Inconvenient Truth written by former United States Vice President Al Gore, which was released in May of the same year. Frank Gore made history in his Jets debut Sunday, as hes now atop the leaderboard for most games ever played by a running back. [207][208], After his football career, Gore devoted himself to boxing,[225] in the heavyweight category, first playing an exhibition match in 2021 against former NBA player Deron Williams[226] and then making his professional debut on May 14, 2022, winning the match against Olaseyinde Olorunsola by knockout.[227]. The more people you've got, the hungrier that person should be. If he can do that again at age 34, hell join some truly elite company. He's got great longevity and durability, but I don't think he was ever the best running back in the league in any season of his career. [157] He moved up five more places to 15th all-time in rushing yards,[158] and also passed Steven Jackson in early October to become the NFL's active leader in career rushing yards. Of those, only Gore and Westbrook also led their team in rushing. Adam Gase is a big fan of Gore, dating back to when the two were in San Francisco together. Frank Gore is 37 years old and playing for the New York Jets. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. His longevity was impressive, but I don't think "years played" should factor into HOF-worthiness like that. I love Frank Gore. I dont think he is top 10. [86] While he had a successful game against the Chicago Bears in Week 10, gaining 104 yards with a touchdown,[87] he was used less in the 49ers' offensive game plan in the following three weeks, after the team adopted more of a spread offense. Feed Gore the ball. Yards per carry is a deceptive stat imo. In the two losses this year he has touched the ball a total of 20 times, and the offense has struggled. Jul 21, 2017 1:38 PM [19], Gore suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee during spring practice in 2002 and spent the following season recovering from knee surgery. 2005 Topps Heritage Variation Frank Gore Rookie Card #73 HOF RC! After the knee injuries Gore suffered at the U, it didnt look like hed even have an NFL career. [49] Following the season, he had major surgery on both shoulders. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. [37], Gore signed a three-year contract with the team on July 28, 2005. [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. He also has become the best running ever, for a team that has had a rich history. [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. [189][190] During a Week 4 16-10 loss to the defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots, Gore became the fourth player in NFL history to run for 15,000 yards after rushing 17 times for 109 yards. Gore stepped up to engineer an 1814 road victory with 85 rushing yards on 15 carries with two touchdowns. lingsun54 says: [169] The Colts brought in competition at the running back position drafting Marlon Mack to compete for the starting job. Another 1,000-yard season would be the 10th of Gores career, tying him with Martin, Walter Payton and Barry Sanders for the second most 1,000-yard seasons in NFL history. 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. [170] Gore embraced the competition saying "to have depth to compete, I feel like everybody should have depth to compete at their position. Jul 21, 2017 1:34 PM Id say that if he didnt get injured those 2 years, he would have passed Gore. [63] After Gore's tremendous season, he was named the starting running back to the NFC Pro Bowl team in his first Pro Bowl nomination. so annoying for fantasy omg I just need 5 more yards from frank. Frank Gore will keep on churning until the wheels fall off. [162] After the 2623 overtime road loss to the Texans, Gore voiced his frustration with the team losing, saying "I didn't come here for this, I came here to get into the tournament. Gore hasn't signed with a team yet -- so his NFL future is. 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. First player in NFL history with 12 consecutive 1,200-yards from scrimmage seasons. Gore, who turns 37 next week, has played 15 seasons for four teams. 1st ballot, no question. Didnt he have two huge knee injuries in college, leading Clinton Portis and Willis McGahee to surpass him on the Hurricanes depth chart? Gore has already made his case as a HOF! [68] He was able to return in time for the regular-season opener against the Arizona Cardinals on September 10. Jul 21, 2017 1:38 PM In the 2020 NFL offseason, Frank Gore would sign with the New York Jets. To have the career hes had after two major knee surgeries before he got the NFL is nothing short of miraculous. 1 time over 10 TD. His nine 100-yard games in 2006 shattered the franchise record for most 100-yard games in a season. [152] However, the following day several sources claimed that Gore had second thoughts about his agreement, and instead signed with Indianapolis. Gores Week 1 appearance vs. the Bill also marks the start of his 16th NFL season, making him and Marcus Allen the only two running backs to ever to play that many years in the NFL. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! I just don't see it. Gore ran for 119 yards and a touchdown. By 1997, he had signed a seven-year, $40 million contract en route to becoming the NFL's all-time leading rusher. This really got me thinking, so people really think frank gore is top 10 all time? No, simply piling up a lot of yards with a lot of carries doesnt make you a Hall of Famer. [91] Gore was named a first alternate for the 2009 Pro Bowl. [99] He was ranked 94th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2011. Walter Payton (16,726), 3. [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. [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. [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). He is showing that he has plenty left in the tank and will. [202] Gore finished the season as the Jets' leading rusher with 653 yards and two touchdowns to go along with 16 catches for 89 yards. Like if you play for longer, that is some sort of negative. More impressive then his 601 yards this year though is his 5.8 per rush average. Imagine how good he couldve been had he not suffered the horrific knee injuries in college. AD played 1 less season (but lost 2 others to injury). 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 . The 2018 season was the first time in his career where he did not record a rushing touchdown. He still is consistently effective. Emmitt had actual great seasons. [205][206], On June 2, 2022, Gore announced his retirement after signing a one-day contract with the 49ers. The only thing rare about Gore is his constant need to tap himself out every other run. This man is a rushing machine. The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. $7.99 . Register now! [20] Before his injury that year, Gore beat out future NFL running back Willis McGahee in the spring of 2002 for the role as the Hurricanes' starter. San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is already close to being the greatest at his position in franchise history, and he still has a lot of tread on his tires. Voters love longevity and consistency and Gore has already provided both with seemingly some time left. Hes what a pro football player should be. [40] Gore's 608 rushing yards was the highest for a 49ers rookie since Roger Craig had 725 yards rushing in 1983. Most people were in agreement with you. Gore also caught his first receiving touchdown of his career on the road against the Seahawks when quarterback Alex Smith avoided a sack and found Gore along the left sideline for a 20-yard score. Hed also then be just behind No. He has put up his numbers in an era of passing-game dominance and RB committees meaning it is more remarkable, but also that there wont be any kind of log jam at his position, the kind we see for WRs awaiting HoF induction these days, 3. 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Barry Sanders (15,269), 5. ", Due to his NFL career, Frank Gore Sr. was unable to see his son play in local football games past the age of 5 until his return to Miami 13 years later when he signed with the Miami Dolphins. One of the most durable guys for over a decade. This is a subreddit for the NFL community. Frank Gore is now part of running back royalty. The extension kept Gore with the San Francisco 49ers through the 2014 season. Since you have made this its own thread, I'll go ahead and post my rebuttal for people as well. [47] Gore had his first two-touchdown game in a 2420 victory over the Rams, with a 10-yard scoring run in the second quarter and a 30-yard score in the fourth quarter. In addition, he was the third of five Miami Hurricanes to be selected that year. [62] In addition, he won in Week 11 after his franchise-record 212 rushing yards, and 26 yards on four receptions, against the Seahawks. I'm really not trying to be a dick here with this comment, but are you arguing that Gore > Juice? I mean this with the utmost respect, but you could argue (probably correctly) that Gore would realistically be the worst RB in the Hall of Fame if he gets in. [22] Gore started the season strong with three games going over 100 rushing yards and scoring three touchdowns in that span. [6], While emerging as a talented football prospect, Gore also focused his attention on improving his academics and assisting his mother, who was battling kidney disease and had started dialysis treatments. In addition, he was the third of five Miami Hurricanes to be selected that year. During his senior year in 2000, Gore broke several Dade County single-season records, including rushing yards (2,997) and touchdowns (39). Gore is 5 yards in the SB away from being a surefire HOFer. If Harbaugh, G Ro. No but that shouldn't be seen as a disrespect towards Gore either. [131] Gore's season got off to a slow start, only rushing for 142 yards combined through the first three games. Tony Dorsett, 1 less year, 1300 less rushing yards, less TDs. While receiving applause, Gore asked for his family and friends in attendance at the event to stand to be honored as well. [93], After a slow start to the season with 17 carries for 38 yards against the Seattle Seahawks, Gore had 168 scrimmage yards (112 rushing, 56 receiving) against the New Orleans Saints in Week 2. 2012 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Gore was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the 3rd round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He was their offense after Rice left. He is showing that he has plenty left in the tank and will do nothing but pad his lead. You know the guys from last year and adding the new young guys come training camp time the best man should win. Not nothing. He has tallied 32 100-yard rushing games in his career, which is the most over that span. [2], Gore was born in Miami and grew up in Coconut Grove, Florida. [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. First published on October 20, 2012 / 6:59 AM. Could Tom Brady end up in Miami, after all. He also led the National Football Conference (NFC) in rushing yards during the 2006 season and made one Super Bowl appearance in Super Bowl XLVII. Bettis won a Super Bowl but didn't do much to get there, Gore lost a Super Bowl but did a ton on the Journey. Sign up for the Jets Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Jets meeting with former Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett, Jets with four of top 100 most-valuable players of 2022 from ESPN. But its easy to see Gore moving into fourth place all-time, and making a strong case for himself as a Hall of Famer. [90] Against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16, Gore had 16 carries for 107 yards against an Eagles team that had not given up a 100-yard game in 22 consecutive games. During his 10 seasons with the 49ers, he became the franchise's rushing yards leader and received five Pro Bowl selections. [167] He moved up seven more places to eighth on the all-time career rushing list. His career was also noted for longevity, a rare trait with his position, and he holds the league record for games played by a running back. This guy is well beyond the HOF threshold. what oh he is on the bench resting after that 3 yard run. [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. He shared the backfield with Jarrett Payton and Tyrone Moss. You never hear of complaints from teammates about him and you never hear negatives in the press. "I love Frank Gore," Shanahan said Wednesday. Not a member? [27][28][29] In the regular season opener against Florida State, he recorded the game-winning 18-yard touchdown run in overtime. Gore Sr. embodied the "hard hat" mentality as a runner, and due to his stellar genetics and unrivaled work ethic, the running back played football longer than 99% of his peers at the position. He doesnt have many truly elite seasons. Frank Gore has been a premier running back in the NFL for 16 seasons, playing for five different teams. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Truly amazing. 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. Peterson is easily one of the best running backs to ever play in the NFL. [196] With the Bills appearing in the Wild Card Round, Gore made his first postseason appearance since his time with the 49ers in the 2013 season. 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. [46] He made his first NFL start in a 109 road loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, amassing over 100 combined yards with 79 yards rushing on 19 attempts for a 4.2 yard average with three receptions for 57 yards. Gore is a shadow of his former self, and his 1st down carries are going nowhere, often leaving the team in sure passing situations. Most of the wins were a product of Andrew Luck being the dominant player that he is. Even if OJ played for 2 more years, he would not have made up the difference in production. He only ran for 1200 yards 3 times in 13 years. Even in your own list, there are two guys I wouldn't even included in my top 15. [17][18] Gore has the third-best season total in school history by a freshman and was named Sporting News' Big East Freshman of the Year. So I guess Payton doesnt belong in the HOF eithernot! A member of the San Francisco 49ers during most of his career, he ranks third in NFL career rushing yards. You'll now receive the top Jets Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. During a Week 5 29-23 victory over the Chicago Bears, Gore rushed for 75 yards and surpassed Jim Brown in career rushing yards. Gore (Sr.)'s eldest son, Frank Gore (Jr.), was born in 2002 while Gore Sr. was in college at the University of Miami. Workhorse. Despite his impressive performance, which also included a 41-yard touchdown run, the 49ers lost by a score of 2313. [173] He was able to reach the century mark in the season's last game against the Houston Texans. [139][140] The 49ers went away from the running game until Week 4, when Gore rushed for 119 yards on 24 carries, and also had a career long 55-yard receiving touchdown in a 26-21 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. smarter than you says: 2022 NFL Enterprises LLC. I say this as a lifelong Seahawks fan. However, on October 2, Gore played in his final game of the 2003 season against the West Virginia Mountaineers and had four carries for 15 yards before tearing his ACL again, which ended his season. He owns. The defenses keyed on Gore, encouraging Smith to throw. In Week 14, he had a 51-yard rush with four minutes left that help secure a 1917 victory over the Seahawks. His season was the first time a rookie led the 49ers in rushing since 1990, when Dexter Carter paced the team with 460 yards. I dont want someone with a career 4.4 yards per carry in the Hall of Fame. In Gore's view, it was equally important to thank and honor those who had been with him throughout all the hardships he had faced in his life, including "growing up in a one-bedroom apartment with twelve people as a kid." And only played 2 less seasons. [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. Gore did get the Art Rooney Award which is like Walter Payton but for on field stuff. No, simply piling up a lot of yards with a lot of carries doesnt make you a Hall of Famer They accomplished that with Trent Richardson as their starting RB. [83][84] He earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week for the fourth time in his career. [180] With his five-yard rush in the third quarter of a Week 2 2012 road victory over the New York Jets, Gore passed Curtis Martin for fourth-most rushing yards all time with 14,103. In those three weeks, Gore set the team record for most rushing yards in a three-game span. He was a beast. Put some respeck on Gore's name. We're looking at entire careers, not who had the best prime. [138], Gore became the 29th player to reach the 10,000 career rushing yard mark in the first game of the season, with 66 yards in the season-opening 2817 road victory over the Dallas Cowboys. So earlier I seen tons of people going on and on about Frank gore being top 10 all time after somebody made a huge stretch and said he was top 5. 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. Frank Gore insists that his ribs are fine. Frank gore ran for over a thousand yards for the colors last year. For those who apparently didnt know, Walter Paytons yards per carry was identical to Gores at 4.4. If Eli Manning belongs in the HoF then Gore does, too. [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. The 37-year-old New York Jets running back became the third player in NFL history to rush for more than 16,000 yards. [106] In the next game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Gore rushed for 125 yards and a touchdown in the 483 win for the 49ers. [197] Gore was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team for the 2010s. The 5.4 yards per carry are tied for the second-best in 49ers history. Other then out "Beast moding" Marshawn Lynch, Gore did something else that was special Thursday night. Among players with over 300 carries, however, Gore's season puts him in elite company. 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