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American Football Biography

LaDainian Tomlinson

American · Born 1979

San Diego Chargers28 TDs in 2006Most Prolific Scorer
Running Back
145
rush t ds
13684
rush yards

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The most prolific single-season scorer in NFL history — LaDainian Tomlinson's 2006 season of 28 rushing touchdowns and 186 points both remain NFL records.

LaDainian Tomlinson had the greatest scoring season in NFL history in 2006 — 28 rushing touchdowns and 186 total points in a season that earned him the NFL MVP award. His combination of extraordinary vision, balance, acceleration and receiving ability made him the most complete running back of his era. His 145 career rushing touchdowns are the second-most in NFL history.

His 2006 season — 28 touchdowns and 186 points — set both the single-season rushing touchdown and single-season scoring records, which both still stand.

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Career Honours

  • NFL MVP 2006
  • 5x Pro Bowl
  • 28 TD season 2006 (record)
  • 186 points in 2006 (record)