NFL players approach historic milestones in upcoming 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:39 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
As the 2026 NFL season approaches, several players are on the verge of breaking significant records. Aaron Rodgers aims to surpass Peyton Manning with his passing touchdowns, needing just 13 to move to third all-time. Derrick Henry seeks to climb into sixth place in career rushing yards and is set to pass Marcus Allen for third in rushing touchdowns in Week 1. Davante Adams is poised to overtake Larry Fitzgerald for sixth-most receiving touchdowns. Travis Kelce is expected to secure fifth-most receptions in history, while Calais Campbell targets the all-time tackles for loss record.
- •Aaron Rodgers is 13 touchdowns shy of passing Peyton Manning.
- •Derrick Henry aims for sixth in career rushing yards and third in rushing touchdowns.
- •Davante Adams is on track to surpass Larry Fitzgerald's receiving touchdowns.
- •Travis Kelce could secure fifth-most receptions in NFL history.
- •Calais Campbell is seven tackles for loss away from the all-time record.
- 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Stats: 6 Historic Milestones Within Reach This Season
"The 2026 NFL season is fast approaching, and while there is more young talent around the league than ever, we […]
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