Miami Fullback Larry Csonka

One of the NFL's most punishing runners in the history of professional football.

Larry Csonka

The backfield tandem for the Miami Dolphins from 1968 to 1974. In 7 seasons Jim Kiick and Larry Csonka put up some pretty impressive numbers - 9544 total Rushing yards 70 Touchdowns 98.3 Average Yards per Game 11,667 Total Yards from scrimmage 120.2 Average Yards-from-Scrimmage per game (97 games) 7 Pro Bowls

Larry Csonka

The Miami Dolphins All-Time Leading Rusher and All-Time Rushing Touchdown Leader. 8 seasons, 6737 yards, 53 rushing touchdowns.

Larry Csonka has 1000 Yard Season

Miami head coach Don Shula congratulates fullback Larry Csonka on becoming the first player in Dolphin team history to rush for 1000 yards. In 1971 Csonka rushed for 1051 yards averaging 5.4 yards a carry. His longest run of the year was 28 yards.

Larry Csonka Dolphins Fullback

In the 1970s, Larry Csonka was the very definition of power football. He rushed for over 8,000 yards in his 11-year career and averaged 4.3 yards a carry.

Fullback Larry Csonka and Halfback Jim Kiick Super Bowl

Larry Csonka (#39) gets behind the blocking of Jim Kiick (#21) against the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl VIII. Csonka set a record for Super Bowl rushing yards with 145 and 2 touchdowns.

Larry Csonka, Miami Dolphins

The epitome of the hard-nose fullback - Larry Csonka was the face of the Miami Dolphins running game that won them 2 Super Bowls in the 1970s.

Larry Csonka Super Bowl MVP

Super Bowl VIII MVP - Fullback Larry Csonka

Larry Csonka Hall of Fam Dolphin Runner

In 8 season with the Miami Dolphins Larry Csonka gained 6737 yards and scored 53 touchdowns on the ground.

Miami Dolphins Larry Csonka Runs Against the Minnesota Vikings

The MVP of Super Bowl VIII carries against the vaunted defense of the Minnesota Vikings. Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka set Super Bowl records with 33 carries, 145 yards and 2 touchdowns against one of the top ranked defenses in the NFL at the time. Dolphins offensive lineman Bob Keuchenburg (#67) and Larry Little (#66) lead the way. Tight End Jim Mandich (#88) gets a block on Viking great Jim Marshall (#70)

Larry Csonka eludes Steelers Linebacker Andy Russell

Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka runs around linebacker Andy Russell of the Pittsburgh Steelers

Larry Csonka, Giants 1976-1978

Larry Csonka played 3 seasons for the Giants. From 1976 to 1978

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick

Butch and Cassidy The productive backfield of the Miami Dolphins from 1968-1972, Fullback Larry Csonka (#39) and Half-back JIm Kiick (#21).

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka New York Giants

After a brief stay in the World Football league Larry Csonka joined the New York Giants in 1976 and spent 3 seasons there.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Larry Csonka

Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.