Louisiana Ragin Cajuns · All-time career leaders
Louisiana Football Career Rushing Yards Leaders
Tyrell Fenroy holds Louisiana's career rushing yards record with 4,646 yards (2005–2008). Elijah McGuire (4,312) and Trey Ragas (3,572) round out the top three. 7 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Chris Smith (2018–2022), No. 10 on the list.
Louisiana Ragin CajunsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyrell Fenroy | 2005–2008 | 4,646 |
| 2 | Elijah McGuire | 2013–2016 | 4,312 |
| 3 | Trey Ragas | 2017–2020 | 3,572 |
| 4 | Brian Mitchell | 1986–1989 | 3,335 |
| 5 | Alonzo Harris | 2011–2014 | 3,330 |
| 6 | Elijah Mitchell | 2017–2020 | 3,267 |
| 7 | Michael Desormeaux | 2005–2008 | 2,843 |
| 8 | Darren Brister | 1996–2000 | 2,432 |
| 9 | Kenyon Cotton | 1993–1996 | 2,311 |
| 10 | Chris Smith | 2018–2022 | 2,153 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Louisiana only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.