Fresno State Bulldogs · All-time career leaders
Fresno State Football Career Passing Yards Leaders
Derek Carr holds Fresno State's career passing yards record with 12,842 yards (2009–2013). Kevin Sweeney (10,808) and Paul Pinegar (10,136) round out the top three. 5 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Jake Haener (2020–2022), No. 4 on the list.
Fresno State BulldogsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Passing Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derek Carr | 2009–2013 | 12,842 |
| 2 | Kevin Sweeney | 1983–1986 | 10,808 |
| 3 | Paul Pinegar | 2002–2005 | 10,136 |
| 4 | Jake Haener | 2020–2022 | 9,013 |
| 5 | Mark Barsotti | 1988–1991 | 8,093 |
| 6 | David Carr | 1997–2001 | 7,849 |
| 7 | Trent Dilfer | 1991–1993 | 7,631 |
| 8 | Tom Brandstater | 2005–2008 | 6,857 |
| 9 | Billy Volek | 1996–1999 | 6,532 |
| 10 | Marcus McMaryion | 2017–2018 | 6,355 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Fresno State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.