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Northwestern Football Career Total Offense Leaders
Brett Basanez holds Northwestern's career total offense record with 11,576 yards (2002–2005). Clayton Thorson (11,139) and Len Williams (8,029) round out the top three. 6 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Clayton Thorson (2015–2018), No. 2 on the list.
Northwestern WildcatsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Total Offense |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brett Basanez | 2002–2005 | 11,576 |
| 2 | Clayton Thorson | 2015–2018 | 11,139 |
| 3 | Len Williams | 1990–1993 | 8,029 |
| 4 | C.J. Bachér | 2005–2008 | 7,571 |
| 5 | Zak Kustok | 1999–2001 | 7,116 |
| 6 | Mike Greenfield | 1984–1987 | 6,707 |
| 7 | Trevor Siemian | 2011–2014 | 5,908 |
| 8 | Dan Persa | 2008–2011 | 5,897 |
| 9 | Steve Schnur | 1993–1996 | 5,542 |
| 10 | Justin Jackson | 2014–2017 | 5,452 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Northwestern only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.