Dec 15, 2024 · Known as "The Diesel," he led the Jayhawks in rushing from 1968-70 and currently ranks fifth on KU's all-time career rushing charts with 2,659 yards. Riggins ranks in a tie for …

John Riggins grew up in Centralia where he was not only a superb athlete but excelled in mathematics and was a member of the school band and orchestra. In addition to football …

Jun 25, 2012 · Thanks to an improved offensive line, Riggins averaged 5.4 yards per carry and rushed for 1,131 yards. He led Kansas to the Orange Bowl where they lost to Joe Paterno’s …

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A Big Eight rushing champion who broke Gale Sayers’ rushing record at the University of Kansas, Riggins was the first pick of the New York Jets and the sixth player selected in the 1971 NFL …

John Riggins School: Kansas Position: RB Draft: 1st round, 6th overall of the 1971 NFL draft by the New York Jets

Feb 6, 2002 · John Riggins lumbers across West 46th Street’s evening rush hour with the same resolve he showed when sports writers called him “Diesel” and fans roared as he pounded …

Aug 21, 2007 · Riggins, who played at KU from 1968-70, will become the 15th player to have his name placed in the stadium when he is recognized during KU’s game against Baylor Oct. 13. …

Sep 20, 2007 · Former Kansas University running back John Riggins (32) runs against Oklahoma. Riggins will be inducted to the KU Ring of Fame on Oct. 13, at KU's game against Baylor.

Aug 22, 2007 · Former Kansas University running back John Riggins will have his name added to the KU football Ring of Honor at Memorial Stadium this fall. Riggins will be the 15th player …

As a sophomore, he was the leading rusher on KU’s Big-8 champ Orange Bowl team. He ran for 2,659 career yards at KU, second only to Gale Sayers at the time. A number one draft pick of …

John Riggins was an all-America running back at the University of Kansas where he surpassed most of Gale Sayers' rushing records. He was the No. 1 draft choice of the New York Jets and …

John Riggins attended the University of Kansas. How many Super Bowls did John Riggins win? John Riggins won one Super Bowl championship. When was John Riggins born? John Riggins …

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Oct 18, 2012 · Pro Football Hall of Fame running back John Riggins was honored Friday, Oct. 12, as a Hometown Hall of Famer™ by the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Allstate Insurance …

Feb 3, 1983 · Running behind the "Hogs," the 'Skins offensive line, Riggins broke a 43-yard run Sunday to score the capping TD in Washington's 27-17 victory. He was a unanimous selection …