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Roger Craig's 1,000-yard rushing and receiving season set NFL standard

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Roger Craig's 1,000-yard rushing and receiving season set NFL standard
Summary

Roger Craig, running back for the 49ers, made history in 1985 by achieving over 1,000 yards both rushing and receiving. He recorded 1,050 rushing yards and 1,016 receiving yards, a feat previously unseen in the NFL. Coach Bill Walsh challenged Craig to aim for this milestone following the 1984 season. Craig is being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today, cementing his legacy with this remarkable achievement.

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  • •Craig had 1,050 rushing yards and 1,016 receiving yards in 1985.
  • •No player had reached 1,000 yards in both categories before Craig.
  • •Craig was inspired by coach Bill Walsh's challenge before the season.
  • •He will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today.
  • •Only Faulk and McCaffrey have matched Craig's achievement since.
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  • 3:20 PMNBCSports.com — Roger Craig’s 1,000-yard rushing, 1,000-yard receiving season set a new standard - NBC Sports
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When 49ers running back Roger Craig had 1,050 rushing yards and 1,016 receiving yards in 1985, he was doing something previously unthinkable in the NFL.

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When 49ers running back Roger Craig had 1,050 rushing yards and 1,016 receiving yards in 1985, he was doing something previously unthinkable in the NFL.

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