ST. LOUIS (AP) – If he never plays another down, Steven Jackson is in select company.
Last week, the St. Louis Rams running back became the 11th player in NFL history with six consecutive 1,000-yard rushing seasons. It’s a mark of durability and consistency that he’s justifiably proud of.
Among those not in that group are Marshall Faulk, whose best stretch was five in a row. Among others in the 16-game season era who also fell one season short of matching Jackson’s feat are Eddie George, Tiki Barber, Edgerrin James and Ahman Green.
He has the numbers, the big contract, the leadership role. What’s missing on the resume is meaningful games.
The last time the Rams (6-7) made it to the playoffs was Jackson’s rookie season in 2004 when he was Faulk’s backup. They’re in first place in the NFC West with three games to go, and he can almost taste it.
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