NFL 1,000-1,000 yards club: How Christian McCaffrey's rare receiving, rushing feats compare to history

Christian McCaffrey is on the verge of achieving a feat of statistical dominance never before accomplished in NFL history: recording a second season with 1,000 rushing yards and 1,000 receiving yards.

McCaffrey's 2025 season with the San Francisco 49ers has been a highlight reel for his dual-threat supremacy, as he has not only maintained his elite rushing efficiency but also served as a primary receiving target capable of beating linebackers and defensive backs alike. If he completes this unprecedented accomplishment, McCaffrey will solidify his claim as the most uniquely productive offensive weapon of the modern era, becoming the only player to ever reach this staggering statistical summit multiple times.

The 1,000/1,000 club has historically been one of the NFL’s most exclusive fraternities. Only a select few running backs have ever logged a single season with four-digit totals in both categories, a remarkable achievement that requires sustained excellence as both a powerful runner and a polished pass-catcher. McCaffrey is now aiming to outshine even the legends who came before him, further separating himself from a very short list of all-time greats who were similarly utilized to transform their respective offenses.

The discussion around two-way production has always been tied to elite company, a conversation McCaffrey is now poised to lead by a historic margin as his sensational season draws to a close.

Here's the other players to accomplish the historic feat.

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Players with 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving in a single season

Christian McCaffrey's 2025 season could join an exclusive list — one that he's already on.

Roger Craig (1985)

Craig was the groundbreaking pioneer of the 1,000/1,000 season, achieving the mark in 1985 as a pivotal piece of the dominant 49ers offense. Craig’s achievement redefined the role of the running back, demonstrating that a player could be the primary threat in both the running game and the short-to-intermediate passing game.

He finished that season with 1,050 rushing yards and 1,016 receiving yards on a league-leading 92 receptions, a staggering total that was the first time a running back had eclipsed 90 catches in a season. His accomplishment stood alone for 14 years and set a new standard for running back versatility.

Marshall Faulk (1999)

Faulk became the second member of the elite club in 1999, his first season with the St. Louis Rams, where he became the centerpiece of the legendary "Greatest Show on Turf" offense. Faulk's 1999 output of 1,381 rushing yards and 1,048 receiving yards established him as the most dynamic offensive weapon in the league and helped propel the Rams to a surprise Super Bowl victory.

His incredible efficiency and production from scrimmage (2,429 yards, a new league record at the time) set the stage for him to earn three consecutive NFL Offensive Player of the Year awards, including the MVP in 2000.

Christian McCaffrey (2019)

McCaffrey joined the exclusive club for the first time in 2019 while playing for the Carolina Panthers. His season was arguably the most spectacular of the three single-season efforts, as he finished with 1,387 rushing yards and 1,005 receiving yards. Furthermore, he led the NFL in yards from scrimmage and total touchdowns while setting a single-season record for receptions by a running back with 116.

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Christian McCaffrey stats 2025

McCaffrey is having another historic season in 2025.

McCaffrey’s elite dual-threat production places him firmly among the league leaders in nearly every relevant category. He is top-3 in the NFL in scrimmage yards and scrimmage touchdowns, and while. his rushing yards aren't at the top of the league, his receiving volume is what separates him; he leads all running backs in receptions and receiving yards by a significant margin. This unparalleled combination of rushing power and receiving volume cements his status as the most dominant and uniquely utilized offensive weapon in the NFL.

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Christian McCaffrey rushing yards pace

McCaffrey has successfully maintained a pace robust enough to eclipse the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the fifth time in his career. His 1,039 rushing yards through 15 games is the result of a steady, high-volume workload, averaging approximately 69.3 rushing yards per game on roughly 18.7 carries per contest.

While he will probably not achieve his career-high rushing yards total of 1,459, his second mark of 1,139 — which he had during his first year with the 49ers in 2022 — is achievable.

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Christian McCaffrey receiving yards pace

While his prowess on the ground has been consistent, McCaffrey's receiving production is the variable that will define the rest of his season, as he pushes for his second 1,000/1,000 season.

He has already logged 92 receptions, leading all running backs by a significant margin and placing him among the league’s top receivers in terms of volume. To achieve the 1,000-yard receiving mark, McCaffrey needs just 151 more receiving yards over the final two contests, a goal that requires him to maintain his high average of over 56 receiving yards per game.

Given his usage rate and the offensive focus on maximizing his touches, the 49ers are clearly committed to giving him every opportunity to cement this historic, never-before-seen accomplishment.

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