NFL Stats Leader 2021: Who has the most rushing yards heading into Week 10?

Four of the top five and eight of the top ten rushing yards leaders heading into Week 10 of the 2021 NFL season play on teams that currently have a winning record. That demonstrates the importance of a strong ground game. These five players have stood above the rest so far this season.

Rushing yards leaders

#5 - Ezekiel Elliot, Dallas Cowboys - 622 rushing yards

Ezekiel Elliot has helped the Dallas Cowboys to a solid 6-2 record at the halfway point of the season. He has rejuvenated his career after a disappointing 2020 campaign. He is well on his way to eclipsing 1000 rushing yards this season and remains a key factor in the Cowboys' chances of making a Super Bowl run this year.

#4 - Joe Mixon, Cincinnati Bengals - 636 rushing yards

Joe Mixon is having an excellent season with the Cincinnati Bengals. He currently ranks fourth in both rushing yards and rushing touchdowns. He is one of the more underrated running backs in the NFL, cemented in the top five, but he doesn't always get the credit he deserves. The Bengals' passing game gets most of the recognition, but their rushing attack is just as important.

Rushing yards leaders

#3 - Nick Chubb, Cleveland Browns - 721 rushing yards

Nick Chubb is one of only two players in the NFL averaging over 100 rushing yards per game. He also leads all qualified running backs with six yards per carry. He is the only player in the top ten for rushing yards that has only played in seven games this season, with the rest of them appearing in more. Nick Chubb is a dominant force for the Cleveland Browns.

#2 - Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts - 821 rushing yards

The Indianapolis Colts have found themselves a special player in Jonathan Taylor. He is one of the most well-rounded running backs in the NFL. He has a lethal combination of speed and power with excellent receiving skills out of the back field as well. He is the total package and is projected to be among the top running backs for several years to come.

#1 - Derrick Henry, Tennessee Titans - 937 rushing yards

Derrick Henry is currently injured and could possibly miss the rest of the 2021 NFL season. He still leads the pack in carries, rushing yards and touchdowns. The king of all running backs was well on his way to a third straight rushing title and a second straight 2000 yard season before the injury.