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Where is LaDainian Tomlinson now?
LaDainian Tomlinson currently serves as a studio analyst for the NFL Network as well as a special advisor to the owner of the Los Angeles Chargers. He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2017 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2014.
Is LT a hof?
After being elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 2014, Tomlinson was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2017, his first year of eligibility; he is the first Pro Football Hall of Famer whose professional career began in the 21st century.
Who did LaDainian Tomlinson play for?
Tomlinson played two seasons with the Jets, and he retired in 2012—after having signed a ceremonial one-day contract with the Chargers—with 162 career touchdowns, the third highest total in NFL history at the time of his retirement. In 2017 he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Where did LaDainian Tomlinson go to high school?
Texas Christian UniversityUniversity High School
LaDainian Tomlinson/Education
Was LaDainian Tomlinson a good blocker?
He could run inside and outside equally well, and was an outstanding blocker, to boot. He eclipsed the 1,200-yard mark in 10 different seasons and totaled the second-most rushing yards in NFL history (16,726).
How many TDS did L.T. have?
162
A three-time All-Pro, five-time Pro Bowler and the league’s MVP in 2006, Tomlinson retired after the 2011 season as the fifth-leading rusher in NFL history. His 162 total touchdowns are the third-highest total in league history, behind only Jerry Rice and Emmitt Smith.
How many sacks did L.T. have?
132.5
Taylor recorded 132.5 quarterback sacks (not including 9.5 sacks he recorded in 1981, since the sack didn’t become an official NFL statistic until 1982), 1,088 tackles, 33 forced fumbles, 10 fumble recoveries, and nine interceptions during his career.
Who does LaDainian Tomlinson have the most yards against?
Interpreted as:
| NAME | OPP | RUSH YDS/G |
|---|---|---|
| LaDainian Tomlinson | Raiders | 159.0 |
| Jamal Lewis | Bengals | 141.9 |
| Curtis Martin | Colts | 133.4 |
| Barry Sanders | Vikings | 139.3 |
How many Mvps does L.T. have?
Taylor is one of only two defensive players in the history of the NFL (the other one being Alan Page in 1971) to have ever won the NFL MVP award, and no defensive player has won since him….Lawrence Taylor.
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight: | 237 lb (108 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Lafayette (Williamsburg, Virginia) |
Is LT the best running back ever?
LaDainian Tomlinson is easily one of the best running backs of all time. He’s also one of the reasons I love football and one of the reasons why the powder blue Chargers jerseys are the greatest ever. Tomlinson scored an NFL-record 28 touchdowns in 2006.
What was LaDainian Tomlinson 40 time?
4.46 secondsLaDainian Tomlinson / 40 yard dash time
Who backed up LaDainian Tomlinson?
Michael Turner
Michael Turner, considered perhaps the top running back available in free agency, agreed to a six-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. A four-year veteran who has been best known as LaDainian Tomlinson’s backup in San Diego, Turner is expected to play a more important role with the Falcons.
Why is LT good?
He was 6-foot-4 and 240 pounds of athletic fury, a Butkus with wheels. Fast enough to cover receivers, strong enough to bully offensive linemen, able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. And heaven help any quarterback who got in his way. With his 142 sacks, L.T. ranks among the all-time leaders.
Who was the first player to ever rush for 1000 yards in a season?
San Diego Chargers’ running back LaDainian Tomlinson became the first player in National Football League history to rush for 1,000 yards and record 100 receptions in the same season.
How many 100 yard games did LaDainian Tomlinson have?
LaDainian Tomlinson played in 1 game with 100+ rushing yards against the Bills on October 3, 2010.
Who is statistically the best running back of all time?
Walter Payton Nicknamed “Sweetness,” Walter Payton is widely considered the greatest all-around running back of all time. He rushed for 16,726 yards which was an NFL record until 2002 when Emmitt Smith passed him. He’s also fourth all-time with 110 rushing TDs.