Todd Gurley

Former NFL running back and Offensive Player of the Year, known for his explosive play with the Los Angeles Rams.

Todd Jerome Gurley II (born August 3, 1994) is an American former professional football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for six seasons, primarily with the Los Angeles Rams. He played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs, earning first-team All-SEC honors, and was selected by the Rams 10th overall in the 2015 NFL draft.

Quick Facts

Position

Running back

Born

3 August 1994

Birthplace

Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.

High school

Tarboro (Tarboro, North Carolina)

College

Georgia (2012–2014)

Draft year

2015

Draft pick

Former teams

St. Louis
Los Angeles Rams (2015, 2019)
Atlanta Falcons (2020)

Lore & Background

Gurley immediately made an impact in his first season by rushing for over 1,000 yards and winning Offensive Rookie of the Year. From 2017 to 2018, he twice led the league in rushing touchdowns and was named AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year in the former. He also received three Pro Bowl and two first-team All-Pro selections. During the 2018 playoffs, Gurley began to struggle with injuries that led to the Rams releasing him after the 2019 season. He played for the Atlanta Falcons the following year in 2020. Gurley announced his retirement in 2022 after spending a year in free agency.

Reader's Guide

Gurley was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and attended Tarboro High School in Tarboro, North Carolina. He was a three-sport star in football, basketball, and track. In college at Georgia, he rushed for 1,385 yards as a freshman in 2012, 989 yards in 2013, and 911 yards in 2014 before a torn ACL ended his junior season. He finished his college career with 3,285 rushing yards, which ranked second in school history at the time, and 36 rushing touchdowns, tied for second in school history.

Did You Know?

Gurley was a world-class hurdler and sprinter, competing for Team USA in the 110-metres hurdles at the 2011 World Youth Championships.
He was the first running back selected in the 2015 NFL draft, going 10th overall to the St. Louis Rams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Todd Gurley?

Todd Gurley II is a former NFL running back who played six seasons, primarily with the Los Angeles Rams after being selected 10th overall in the 2015 draft out of Georgia. He quickly established himself as a premier back by rushing for over 1,000 yards in his rookie year.

Did Todd Gurley win any major individual awards?

Yes, Gurley was named Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2015 and later won the prestigious AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award in 2017. These accolades highlight his status as one of the league's most dominant players during his prime.