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Jahvid Best

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Position: RB
Jersey #: 44
Date of Birth: January 30, 1989
Height / Weight: 5'10" / 199 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 30 in 2010 by DET
First Team: DET (2010)
Last Team: DET (2011)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2011DET684390227402871086
2010DET151725634588048721139

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Jahvid Best - Career Overview

Date of Birth: January 30, 1989
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career Timeline

  • Team: Detroit Lions
  • Years Active: 2010 - 2011

College Career

  • Jahvid Best played college football at the University of California, Berkeley.
  • He was known for his speed and agility, becoming a standout player in the Pac-10 Conference.
  • In 2008, he set a school record with 1,580 rushing yards and 15 rushing touchdowns.
  • Best was a consensus All-American and was a finalist for the Doak Walker Award, which is given to the nation's top running back.

NFL Career

  • Best was selected by the Detroit Lions in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft, 30th overall.
  • He made an immediate impact in his rookie season, recording 555 rushing yards and 4 rushing touchdowns.
  • Best also proved to be a valuable asset in the passing game, catching 58 passes for 487 yards and 2 receiving touchdowns in his rookie year.
  • In 2011, Best continued to showcase his talent, accumulating 390 rushing yards and 2 rushing touchdowns, while also adding 287 receiving yards.

Health Issues and Retirement

  • Best's career was unfortunately cut short due to health concerns, particularly concussion-related issues.
  • He was placed on injured reserve in 2012 and ultimately retired from professional football in 2013.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Best was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week in Week 6 of the 2010 season after scoring two touchdowns against the Chicago Bears.
  • He was a key contributor to the Lions' offense during his time, particularly noted for his explosive playing style.
  • Best's speed and playmaking ability earned him a reputation as a dynamic running back during his brief NFL tenure.

Post-NFL Life

  • Since retiring, Jahvid Best has remained involved in football and has also focused on advocacy for concussion awareness and player safety in the sport.
  • He has participated in various initiatives and discussions regarding health and safety for athletes.

Legacy

Jahvid Best is remembered for his explosive playing style and the significant impact he made in his short NFL career, as well as the challenges he faced due to health issues.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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