Nevada Wolf Pack · All-time career leaders
Nevada Football Career Rushing Yards Leaders
Frank Hawkins holds Nevada's career rushing yards record with 5,333 yards (1977–1980). Vai Taua (4,588) and Charvez Foger (4,484) round out the top three. 7 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Toa Taua (2018–2022), No. 6 on the list.
Nevada Wolf PackUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frank Hawkins | 1977–1980 | 5,333 |
| 2 | Vai Taua | 2007–2010 | 4,588 |
| 3 | Charvez Foger | 1985–1988 | 4,484 |
| 4 | Chris Lemon | 1996–1999 | 4,246 |
| 5 | Colin Kaepernick | 2007–2010 | 4,112 |
| 6 | Toa Taua | 2018–2022 | 3,995 |
| 7 | Chance Kretchsmer | 2001–2004 | 3,782 |
| 8 | Cody Fajardo | 2011–2014 | 3,482 |
| 9 | James Butler | 2014–2016 | 3,313 |
| 10 | Luke Lippincott | 2005–2009 | 3,014 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Nevada only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.