Austin Ekeler

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Austin Ekeler stands as a rare example of an undrafted player achieving elite status in the NFL. Leading the league in total touchdowns for two consecutive seasons is a feat unmatched by any other running back in recent history. His ability to combine rushing and receiving production into a single dominant category redefined what teams expect from their backs. Multiple Pro Bowl selections and All-Pro honors validate his impact on the field. College accolades at Western Colorado University further highlight his consistency and dominance throughout his development.

AwardsAustin Ekeler has earned multiple Pro Bowl selections and All-Pro honors during his peak years in 2021 and 2022. He was recognized as a first-team All-Pro selection following his record-breaking 2021 season. His college career included multiple All-American selections at the Division II level while attending Western Colorado University. Though he has not won major individual awards like the AP MVP, his consistent performance has secured him a place among the league's elite running backs.

Honours & Distinctions

Division II All-American

NCAA Division II·2016

Recognized as one of the top players in Division II football.

Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Player of the Year

RMAC·2016

Awarded for leading the conference in all-purpose yards per game.

Records & Feats

Most Total Touchdowns by a Running Back in a Single Season

Career Milestone·2021

Led the NFL with 24 total touchdowns in 2021, setting a modern era benchmark.

Consecutive Seasons Leading NFL in Total Touchdowns

Chart Record·2022

Achieved the feat in both 2021 and 2022, becoming the first running back to do so in the modern era.