Top five running backs in Kentucky football history ranked
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:02 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
An article ranks the top five running backs in Kentucky football history as of June 9, 2026. Benny Snell Jr. takes the top spot after breaking the career rushing yards record in 2018 with 3,873 yards. Others included are Rafael Little, Sonny Collins, Derrick Locke, and Chris Rodriguez. The discussion reflects on the rich history of talent at the running back position for Kentucky, highlighting accomplishments such as all-conference selections and NFL draft success. Honorable mentions feature Boom Williams, Mark Higgs, George Adams, and Moe Williams, among others.
- •Benny Snell Jr. ranks first with 3,873 career rushing yards.
- •Rafael Little and Sonny Collins follow Snell in the rankings.
- •Derrick Locke and Chris Rodriguez complete the top five.
- •Honorable mentions include Boom Williams and Mark Higgs.
- •Discussion highlights Kentucky's strong running back history.
- 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Examining the top five running backs in Kentucky football history
"We're ranking the top five running backs in Kentucky football history as well as some honorable mentions.
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