NFL Stats Leader 2021: Who has the most rushing yards heading into Week 16?

NFL rushing yards leaders

Most rushing yards entering Week 16 of the 2021 NFL season

#3 - Dalvin Cook, Minnesota Vikings - 1,067 rushing yards

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook

Dalvin Cook leads the entire NFC in rushing yards while also ranking third in the NFL. He has played in the fewest number of games of any player in the top ten in rushing yards. This is the third straight season Dalvin Cook has eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards for the Minnesota Vikings.

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#2 - Joe Mixon, Cincinnati Bengals - 1,094 rushing yards

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon

Joe Mixon is having the best statistical season of his entire career. He has already set a new career high in rushing touchdowns and is on pace to easily surpass his personal record for rushing yards in a season. He has been consistent and reliable, recording the second-most carries in the NFL this season and only giving away one fumble all year.

#1 - Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts - 1,518 rushing yards

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor

If Jonathan Taylor doesn't play another game this season, he is still likely to win the rushing title. He is having an incredible season and figures to be in the mix for the Offensive Player of the Year award, as well as the NFL MVP award. He leads the NFL in carries, rushing yards, total yards, rushing touchdowns, total touchdowns and first downs gained.