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Top 10 running backs in Twin Tiers history revealed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 11:37 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Top 10 running backs in Twin Tiers history revealed

Summary

ELMIRA, N.Y. features a countdown of the best football running backs in Twin Tiers history as part of the 18 Sports List. The selection considered extensive footage, photos, and statistics. The top spot goes to Ernie Davis, a Heisman Trophy winner. The complete list includes notable players like Les Goble and Tony Collins, showcasing local talent across several decades. A video presentation of the selections is available for viewers.

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By the Numbers

•Ernie Davis tops the list as a Heisman Trophy winner.
•Les Goble played in the NFL with the Chicago Cardinals in the 1950s.
•Tony Collins had a notable career with the New England Patriots.
•The list includes talents from the 1960s to 2016.
•A video recounting the selections is available for viewing.

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ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The 18 Sports List is here with a special countdown of some of the greatest local athletes of all-time. On this edition, we searched through hours of classic footage, photos and statistics to decide the best football running backs in Twin Tiers history. Although it was a lengthy process, we narrowed […]
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