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Michigan State Football Career Rushing Attempts Leaders
Lorenzo White holds Michigan State's career rushing attempts record with 1,082 carries (1984–1987). Javon Ringer (843) and Tico Duckett (836) round out the top three. 6 of the top 20 played since 2000; the most recent is LJ Scott (2015–2018), No. 9 on the list.
Michigan State SpartansUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lorenzo White | 1984–1987 | 1,082 |
| 2 | Javon Ringer | 2005–2008 | 843 |
| 3 | Tico Duckett | 1989–1992 | 836 |
| 4 | Blake Ezor | 1986–1989 | 800 |
| 5 | Sedrick Irvin | 1996–1998 | 755 |
| 6 | Le'Veon Bell | 2010–2012 | 671 |
| 7 | Duane Goulbourne | 1992–1996 | 627 |
| 8 | T.J. Duckett | 1999–2001 | 621 |
| 9 | LJ Scott | 2015–2018 | 610 |
| 10 | Jeremy Langford | 2011–2014 | 577 |
| 11 | Jehuu Caulcrick | 2004–2007 | 532 |
| 12 | Steve Smith | 1977–1980 | 524 |
| 13 | Eric Allen | 1969–1971 | 521 |
| 14 | Rich Baes | 1973–1976 | 507 |
| 15 | Levi Jackson | 1973–1976 | 474 |
| 16 | Edwin Baker | 2009–2011 | 462 |
| 17 | Marc Renaud | 1994–1997 | 451 |
| 18 | Charlie Baggett | 1973–1975 | 406 |
| 19 | Clinton Jones | 1964–1966 | 396 |
| 20 | Hyland Hickson | 1988–1990 | 384 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Michigan State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.