John Riggins 1976 Topps Card

The first New York Jets player to rush for over 1,000 yards. In 1975 he racked up 1005 yards and 8 touchdowns.

John Riggins Painting

Portrait of the famous Fullback during his time with the Washington Redskins.

John Riggins Redskins NFL

Fullback for 14 years in the NFL. Finished with 11,352 yards (19th best in NFL history) on 2916 carries (13th best) and 104 touchdowns (5th best in league history).

1983 Super Bowl MVP John Riggins

The Washington Redskin fullback set a Super Bowl record for rushing attempts - 38 as well as yards - 166 in the 27-17 victory over the Miami Dolphins.

Redskins Fullback John Riggins

The bruising fullback of the Washington Redskins picks up yardage against the Miami Dolphins.

Mike Lucci Zeros in on Joe Namth and John Riggins

Lions Linebacker Mike Lucci closes in on Joe Namath and John Riggins of the Jets

Bill Stanfill and the Miami Dolphins defense stops John Riggins of the Jets

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

John Riggins, Washington Redskins 1976-1985

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins New York Jets

As a fullback with the New York Jets Riggins gained 3880 yards. He played from 1971 to 1975 and gained 1005 yards during the 1975 season.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins, Washington Redskins

John Riggins, Washington Redskins 1976-1985

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

John Riggins, Washington Redskins 1976-1985

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.

John Riggins

A first round draft pick of the New York Jets in 1971 from Kansas he played with them until 1975. In 1976 he joined the Washington Redskins and stayed with them until 1985 rushing for 7472 yards and 79 touchdowns. Riggins finished his 14 year NFL career with 11,352 yards and 104 touchdowns.