Todd Gurley - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: August 3, 1994
College: University of Georgia
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career Timeline

• St. Louis Rams (2015-2016):
  • Drafted in the 1st round (10th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft.
  • Named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2015.
  • Rushed for 1,106 yards and 10 touchdowns in his rookie season.
• Los Angeles Rams (2016-2019):
  • Transitioned with the team when the Rams relocated to Los Angeles.
  • Earned Pro Bowl selections in 2017, 2018, and 2019.
  • Named NFL Offensive Player of the Year in 2017.
  • Led the league in rushing touchdowns in 2017 (13) and 2018 (17).
  • Key player in the Rams' run to Super Bowl LIII in 2019.
• Atlanta Falcons (2020):
  • Signed a one-year contract with the Falcons in April 2020.
  • Recorded 678 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns in his final NFL season.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2017, 2018).
• 3× Pro Bowl selection (2017, 2018, 2019).
• First-team All-Pro (2017) and second-team All-Pro (2018).
• Led the NFL in rushing touchdowns in 2017 and 2018.
• Part of the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team.

Playing Style

Todd Gurley was known for his combination of size, speed, and agility, making him one of the most dynamic running backs in the league during his prime. His dual-threat ability as both a runner and a receiver out of the backfield made him a valuable asset to his teams.

Retirement

After a successful but injury-plagued career, Gurley has since retired from professional football.