Indiana Hoosiers · All-time career leaders
Indiana Football Career Rushing Attempts Leaders
Anthony Thompson holds Indiana's career rushing attempts record with 1,161 carries (1986–1989). Antwaan Randle El (857) and Alex Smith (723) round out the top three. 2 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Stevie Scott III (2018–2020), No. 7 on the list.
Indiana HoosiersUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthony Thompson | 1986–1989 | 1,161 |
| 2 | Antwaan Randle El | 1998–2001 | 857 |
| 3 | Alex Smith | 1994–1996 | 723 |
| 4 | Mike Harkrader | 1976–1980 | 718 |
| 5 | Courtney Snyder | 1973–1976 | 631 |
| 6 | Vaughn Dunbar | 1990–1991 | 614 |
| 7 | Stevie Scott III | 2018–2020 | 562 |
| 8 | Devine Redding | 2014–2016 | 508 |
| 9 | Ken Starling | 1971–1973 | 486 |
| 10 | John Isenbarger | 1967–1969 | 483 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Indiana only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.