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Most career rushing yards (college football, FBS)

The current most career rushing yards (college football, fbs) record is 6,405 yards, held by Donnel Pumphrey (San Diego State), set on December 17, 2016. Last checked October 10, 2026.

6,405

yards

Donnel Pumphrey (San Diego State)

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, 2016

Holder
Donnel Pumphrey (San Diego State)
Record
6,405 yards
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Date set
December 17, 2016
Recognized by
NCAA
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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