American · New Orleans, Louisiana · Born 26 February 1973St. Louis Rams running back and 2000 NFL MVP, a key piece of the 'Greatest Show on Turf' offense that won Super Bowl XXXIV.
Marshall Faulk is the only running back to win NFL Offensive Player of the Year three years running, from 1999 to 2001. That stretch opened with a then-record 2,429 yards from scrimmage in 1999, a mark Chris Johnson finally broke a decade later. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, in 1973, he arrived in the league as the Colts' second overall pick in 1994 before finding his true stage with the Rams' "Greatest Show on Turf." His 13-season career produced 12,279 rushing yards, 6,875 receiving yards and 136 total touchdowns. He won the NFL MVP in 2000. That 1999 record-setting season — 1,359 rushing yards and 830 receiving yards — helped power St. Louis to the Super Bowl title. He was selected to seven Pro Bowls. His combination of running ability and receiving ability — he caught 767 passes across his career from the running back position — was unprecedented. He was named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team in 2019. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011, his first year of eligibility. His yards-from-scrimmage average of 125.1 per game across his career is among the highest in NFL history. He is regarded as the most versatile offensive weapon the running back position has produced.
Rams RB, 2000 NFL MVP, 'Greatest Show on Turf'
How They Played
Versatile dual-threat back with exceptional vision, cutting ability, and elite pass-catching skills from the backfield
Lasting Impact
Revolutionized the running back position by demonstrating elite receiving skills, paving the way for modern dual-threat backs
Career Honours
- Pro Football Hall of Fame 2011
- 2000 NFL MVP
- Super Bowl XXXIV champion
- 7x Pro Bowl
- 3x First-team All-Pro
| Team | Period | Fee | Games |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | 1994–1998 | — | — |
| St. Louis Rams | 1999–2005 | 2nd and 5th round picks | — |
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