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Oklahoma State Football Career Rushing Yards Leaders
Thurman Thomas holds Oklahoma State's career rushing yards record with 5,001 yards (1984–1987). Terry Miller (4,754) and David Thompson (4,318) round out the top three. 5 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Chuba Hubbard (2017–2020), No. 8 on the list.
Oklahoma State CowboysUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thurman Thomas | 1984–1987 | 5,001 |
| 2 | Terry Miller | 1974–1977 | 4,754 |
| 3 | David Thompson | 1993–1996 | 4,318 |
| 4 | Kendall Hunter | 2007–2010 | 4,181 |
| 5 | Barry Sanders | 1986–1988 | 3,797 |
| 6 | Ernest Anderson | 1979–1983 | 3,780 |
| 7 | Justice Hill | 2016–2018 | 3,539 |
| 8 | Chuba Hubbard | 2017–2020 | 3,459 |
| 9 | Tatum Bell | 2000–2003 | 3,409 |
| 10 | Joseph Randle | 2010–2012 | 3,085 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Oklahoma State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.