Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · All-time career leaders
WKU Football Career Rushing Yards Leaders
Bobby Rainey holds WKU's career rushing yards record with 4,542 yards (2008–2011). Lerron Moore (4,396) and Willie Taggart (3,997) round out the top three. 4 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Anthony Wales (2013–2016), No. 8 on the list.
Western Kentucky HilltoppersUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bobby Rainey | 2008–2011 | 4,542 |
| 2 | Lerron Moore | 2003–2006 | 4,396 |
| 3 | Willie Taggart | 1995–1998 | 3,997 |
| 4 | Antwan Floyd | 1993–1996 | 3,775 |
| 5 | Antonio Andrews | 2010–2013 | 3,674 |
| 6 | Joe Arnold | 1985–1988 | 3,570 |
| 7 | Dickie Moore | 1965–1968 | 3,560 |
| 8 | Anthony Wales | 2013–2016 | 3,342 |
| 9 | Clarence Jackson | 1970–1973 | 2,584 |
| 10 | Jimmy Woods | 1975–1978 | 2,479 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at WKU only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.