John Riggins

John Riggins paired power and durability across fifteen recorded seasons with the Jets and Washington from 1971 through 1985.

Position

RB

Career bounds, not verified season count

1971–1985

College

Kansas

Final recorded team

Washington Commanders

Draft

1971, round 1, pick 6

A complete team-by-team chronology is not yet available.

Sources and corrections

Pro Football Hall of Fame — John Riggins · Source snapshot: 2026-08-11.

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