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Michigan State Football Career Rushing Yards Leaders
Lorenzo White holds Michigan State's career rushing yards record with 4,887 yards (1984–1987). Javon Ringer (4,398) and Tico Duckett (4,212) 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 Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lorenzo White | 1984–1987 | 4,887 |
| 2 | Javon Ringer | 2005–2008 | 4,398 |
| 3 | Tico Duckett | 1989–1992 | 4,212 |
| 4 | Blake Ezor | 1986–1989 | 3,749 |
| 5 | Sedrick Irvin | 1996–1998 | 3,504 |
| 6 | T.J. Duckett | 1999–2001 | 3,379 |
| 7 | Le'Veon Bell | 2010–2012 | 3,346 |
| 8 | Jeremy Langford | 2011–2014 | 2,967 |
| 9 | LJ Scott | 2015–2018 | 2,855 |
| 10 | Duane Goulbourne | 1992–1996 | 2,848 |
| 11 | Steve Smith | 1977–1980 | 2,676 |
| 12 | Eric Allen | 1969–1971 | 2,654 |
| 13 | Jehuu Caulcrick | 2004–2007 | 2,395 |
| 14 | Marc Renaud | 1994–1997 | 2,331 |
| 15 | Edwin Baker | 2009–2011 | 2,293 |
| 16 | Levi Jackson | 1973–1976 | 2,287 |
| 17 | Rich Baes | 1973–1976 | 2,234 |
| 18 | Lynn Chandnois | 1946–1949 | 2,103 |
| 19 | Clinton Jones | 1964–1966 | 1,921 |
| 20 | Hyland Hickson | 1988–1990 | 1,906 |
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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.