Kansas City Chiefs: Top 5 Running Backs In Chiefs History
Christian Okoye #35 of the Kansas City Chiefs (Photo by Ronald C. Modra/Sports Imagery/Getty Images)
Number 3 Best Running Back in Chiefs History: Christian Okoye
Stats With The Chiefs:
- 79 Games Played
- 1,246 Attemptsc
- 5,191 Yards From Scrimmage
- 40 Total Touchdowns
Christian Okoye, or the “Nigerian Nightmare,” a nickname he earned by literally becoming opposing defense’s worst nightmare, quickly became a fan favorite for the way he ran with the football. I mean c’mon, the guy was 6-foot-1, 260 pounds and ran a 4.40 forty. Just ridiculous.
The Chiefs pulled the trigger on him in the 2nd round of 1987 draft, and it ended up paying dividends. It wasn’t until his third season (1989) that Okoye really shined. He lead the NFL in rushing (1,480 yards) and attempts (370) and became a house hold name from Tecmo Bowl.
Who remembers Okoye to the left or right? When he was in “excellent condition” it wasn’t even fair.
Anyways, Okoye finished as the Chiefs all time leading rusher in 1992 and currently sits at number 4. The Nigerian Nightmare was a very iconic running back of the late 80’s/early 90’s and makes my list at number 3.
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