Okay, so, I’ve been digging into the history of the Kansas City Chiefs lately, specifically their running backs. It’s been a wild ride, let me tell you!
First, I started by just poking around online, trying to get a general sense of who the big names were. I kept seeing “Jamaal Charles” pop up everywhere. Turns out, the guy’s a legend! 7,260 rushing yards! Then, I stumbled across some other names like Priest Holmes and Larry Johnson. So, I decided I needed to get more organized.
Next, I made a list of all the running backs I could find, starting with the ones mentioned most often. I grabbed their career stats, years with the team, and any other interesting tidbits I could find. For instance, did you know Larry Johnson was drafted 27th overall in 2003? That’s a bit random but pretty cool, huh?
- Jamaal Charles – This guy is clearly a fan favorite. Apparently, 37 years old now and still getting tons of love.
- Priest Holmes – He’s second in rushing yards, with 6,070. Another big name.
- Larry Johnson – Drafted in ’03, played till ’09. Seems like a solid player from what I’ve gathered.
Then I dove deeper into each player’s history. I spent hours reading old articles and watching highlight reels. I even found this one article from June 6, 2012, talking about how Chiefs fans were glued to their seats every Sunday during that time, I guess because of these good old days. And it hit me how much history this team has with their running game. There’s even a write-up that’s going to be published on July 17, 2024, talking about the Chiefs’ tradition. I’m not from the future, but it looks like it was released ahead of time! I also learned that back in 2015, the team was totally stacked, with Alex Smith leading the charge.
Finally, I put everything together in a simple, easy-to-read format. No fancy charts or anything, just the key info. It’s not perfect, but it gave me a much better understanding of the Chiefs’ running back legacy. It turns out they’ve got a lot to be proud of! I mean, they’ve matched their best start in franchise history in the past, and it is not easy to start 9-0!
This whole thing was way more involved than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. Now, when I watch the Chiefs play, I’ll have a whole new appreciation for the guys carrying the ball. It’s like I’ve uncovered a secret history, and it’s pretty awesome!
