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Jul 12, 2024 · Barry Sanders (born July 16, 1968, Wichita, Kansas, U.S.) is an American professional gridiron football player who was one of the game’s outstanding running backs. In his 10 seasons with the Detroit Lions (1989–98), Sanders led the National Football League (NFL) in rushing four times and was selected every year for the Pro Bowl.
Former Detroit Lions running back Barry Sanders had many tantalizing attributes. He was fast, smart, elusive, and part Harry Houdini. Just when defenders thought they had him dead to rights, Sanders would plant a foot, spin, and disappear in an instant.
His 1988 season is widely regarded as the greatest single offensive season in college football history. He set 36 NCAA records that season, including, 7.6 yards per carry, over 320 total yards per game, 2,628 yards rushing, 3,248 total yards, 234 points, and 39 touchdowns in only eleven games.
Barry Sanders was a first round pick in the 1989 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions and is one of the games more electrifying runners. Learn more about the the ten-time 1,000 yard rusher.
Exclusive access and behind the scenes with Barry and his family. Updates, Offers and Special Contests from Team Sanders Official Partners. Barry’s take on the Detroit Lions and Oklahoma State as well as other sports.
Jun 25, 2024 · Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders says he “experienced a health scare related to my heart” last weekend.
Complete career NFL stats for Detroit Lions Running Back Barry Sanders on ESPN. Includes scoring, rushing, defensive and receiving stats.
Latest on RB Barry Sanders including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on NFL.com.
Barry retired after 10 seasons in the NFL, when he was one season away from becoming the all-time leading rusher. Record Books Barry averaged 5.0 yards per carry for his 10-year career and rushed for over 2,000 yards in a single season.
Dive into the life and legacy of Detroit Lions legend, Barry Sanders
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