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Illinois Football Career Rushing Touchdowns Leaders
Howard Griffith holds Illinois's career rushing touchdowns record with 31 touchdowns (1987–1990). Jason Ford (26) and Robert Holcombe (25) round out the top three. 3 of the top 12 played since 2000; the most recent is Jason Ford (2008–2011), No. 2 on the list.
Illinois Fighting IlliniUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Howard Griffith | 1987–1990 | 31 |
| 2 | Jason Ford | 2008–2011 | 26 |
| 3 | Robert Holcombe | 1994–1997 | 25 |
| 3 | Thomas Rooks | 1982–1985 | 25 |
| 5 | Chubby Phillips | 1973–1976 | 24 |
| 5 | Jim Grabowski | 1963–1965 | 24 |
| 5 | Johnny Karras | 1949–1951 | 24 |
| 8 | Mikel Leshoure | 2008–2010 | 23 |
| 8 | Ty Douthard | 1993–1996 | 23 |
| 8 | Red Grange | 1923–1925 | 23 |
| 11 | Rashard Mendenhall | 2005–2007 | 22 |
| 11 | Antoineo Harris | 1999–2002 | 22 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Illinois only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.