Los Angeles Rams’ legend Eric Dickerson has held the record for rushing yards in a single season since 1984 when he rushed for 2,105 yards in 16 games.
CBSsports.com recently put out a list of five rushers who are preparing to take a crack at the record in 2021. While it has been 37 years of attempts, including six more runners joining Dickerson and O.J. Simpson in the 2,000 yard club, the record stands.
The biggest difference this time around is the addition of the 17th regular season game.