Fresno State Bulldogs · All-time career leaders
Fresno State Football Career Sacks Leaders
Ron Cox holds Fresno State's career sacks record with 50 sacks (1987–1989). Jethro Franklin (31.5) and Garrett McIntyre (25) round out the top three. 5 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is David Perales (2020–2022), No. 6 on the list.
Fresno State BulldogsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Sacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ron Cox | 1987–1989 | 50 |
| 2 | Jethro Franklin | 1986–1987 | 31.5 |
| 3 | Garrett McIntyre | 2002–2005 | 25 |
| 3 | Nick Burley | 1999–2002 | 25 |
| 5 | Tyler Clutts | 2004–2007 | 23.5 |
| 6 | David Perales | 2020–2022 | 22.5 |
| 7 | Ejiro Ederaine | 2012–2015 | 21 |
| 7 | Alan Harper | 1998–2001 | 21 |
| 9 | Chris Carter | 2007–2010 | 19.5 |
| 9 | Zack Rix | 1989–1992 | 19.5 |
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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.