List of NCAA football records (individual)
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This is a list of individual National Collegiate Athletic Association
(NCAA) American football records, including Division I (FBS and FCS), II and III.
Special Reference: Ove Johansson
, Abilene Christian
(not an NCAA member college at the time), kicked a 69-yard field goal against East Texas State (now Texas A&M–Commerce), Oct. 16, 1976.
National Collegiate Athletic Association
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(NCAA) American football records, including Division I (FBS and FCS), II and III.
Season yards per game
- FBS: 474.6 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston, 1990, 11 games - FCS: 527.2 – Steve McNairSteve McNairStephen LaTreal McNair was an American football quarterback who spent the majority of his NFL career with the Tennessee Titans....
, Alcorn State, 1994, 11 games - Div II: 436.7 – J. J. Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009, 10 games
- Div III: 465.1 – Justin Peery, Westminster, 1998, 10 games
Career yards
- FBS: 19,217 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston, 2007–11, 18,312 passing, 905 rushing (as of November 25, 2011; season in progress) - FCS: 16,823 – Steve McNairSteve McNairStephen LaTreal McNair was an American football quarterback who spent the majority of his NFL career with the Tennessee Titans....
, Alcorn State, 1991–94, 14,496 passing, 2,327 rushing - Div II: 16,064 – Jimmy TerwilligerJimmy TerwilligerJimmy Terwilliger, the 2005 Harlon Hill Trophy winner, played for East Stroudsburg and signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2006...
, East Stroudsburg, 2003–06, 14,350 passing, 1,714 rushing - Div III: 14,231 – Jason BoltusJason BoltusJason Boltus is a professional Canadian football quarterback for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League. He was signed as a street free agent by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 2009...
, Hartwick, 2005–08, 13,276 passing, 955 rushing
Season yards
- FBS: 5,976 – B. J. Symons, Texas Tech, 2003, 5,833 passing, 143 rushing
- FCS: 5,799 – Steve McNairSteve McNairStephen LaTreal McNair was an American football quarterback who spent the majority of his NFL career with the Tennessee Titans....
, Alcorn State, 1994, 4,863 passing, 936 rushing - Div II: 5,363 – Chad Friehauf, Colorado Mines, 2004, 4,646 passing, 717 rushing
- Div III: 4,663 – Brett ElliottBrett ElliottBrett Elliott is an American football quarterback who is currently a free agent of the Arena Football League.-College:Brett Elliott was the starter for the 2002 Utah Utes football team and began the season as the starter for the 2003 team before breaking his wrist in the second game of the season...
, Linfield, 2004, 4,595 passing, 68 rushing
Single game yards
- FBS: 732 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston vs. Arizona State, Dec. 2, 1990, 716 passing, 16 rushing - FCS: 668 – Robert Kent, Jackson State vs. Alabama State, Oct. 6, 2001, 595 passing, 73 rushing
- Div II: 681 – J. J. Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, Sept. 12, 2009, 695 passing, -14 rushing
- Div III: 723 – Zamir Amin, Menlo vs. Cal Lutheran, Oct. 7, 2000, 731 passing, -8 rushing
Yards in a half
- FBS: 510 – Andre WareAndre WareAndre Ware is a sports analyst and commentator and a former American football player. He was the 1989 Heisman Trophy winner as a quarterback for the University of Houston, becoming the first African-American quarterback to win the award. In the 1990 NFL Draft, Ware was the first round selection ...
, Houston vs. SMU, Oct. 21, 1989 (1st) - FCS: 457 – Casey Brockman, Murray State vs. Tennessee State, Sept. 17, 2011 (1st)
- Div II:
- Div III: 517 – Justin Peery, Westminster vs. Bethel, Nov. 8, 1997
Most rushes, career
- FBS: 1,215 – Steve Bartalo, Colorado State, 1983–86, 4,813 yards
- FCS: 1,240 – Jordan Scott, Colgate, 2005–08, 5,621 yards
- Div II: 1,271 – Xavier OmonXavier OmonXavier Omon is an American football running back for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft...
, Northwest Missouri State, 2004–07, 7,073 yards - DIV III: 1,190 – Steve Tardif, Maine Maritime, 1996–99, 6,093 yards
Most rushes, season
- FBS: 450 – Kevin SmithKevin Smith (running back)Kevin Smith is an American football running back for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the third round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at the University of Central Florida.-Early years:Smith attended Southridge High School...
, UCF, 2007, 2,567 yards - FCS: 450 – Jamaal BranchJamaal BranchJamaal Branch is an American football running back who is currently a free agent. He was originally signed by the Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2006. He played college football at Colgate University.-Early life and education:...
, Colgate, 2003, 2,326 yards - Div II: 385 – Joe Gough, Wayne State, 1994, 1,593 yards
- Div III: 463 – Dante Washington, Carthage, 2004, 1990 yards
Most rushes, game
- FBS: 58 – Tony Sands, Kansas vs. Missouri, Nov. 23, 1991, 396 yards
- FCS: 56 – Arnold Mickens, Butler vs. Valparaiso, Oct. 8, 1994, 295 yards
- Div II: 62 – Nelson Edmonds, Northern Michigan vs. Wayne State, Oct. 26, 1991, 291 yards
- Div III: 59 – John Ortiz, King's (PA) vs. Albright, Sep. 24, 2005, 267 yards
Most rushes, half
- FBS: 34 – Tony Sands, Kansas vs. Missouri, Nov. 23, 1991 (2nd), 240 yards
- FCS: 32 – David Clark, Dartmouth vs. Penn, Nov. 18, 1989 (2nd); Arnold Mickens, Butler vs. Valparaiso, Oct. 8, 1994 (1st)
- Div II:
- Div III: 59 – Justin Peery, Westminster (MO) vs. Bethel (TN), Nov. 8, 1997 (2nd); Mike Wallace, Ohio Wesleyan vs. Denison, Oct. 3, 1981 (2nd)
Most rushes, quarter
- FBS: 22 – Alex Smith, Indiana vs. Michigan State, Nov. 11, 1995 (1st), 114 yards
- FCS: 20 – Arnold Mickens, Butler vs. Dayton, Oct. 15, 1994 (4th)
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- Div III:
Most consecutive rushes without losing a fumble, career
- FBS: 862 – Travis PrenticeTravis PrenticeTravis Jason Prentice is a former American football running back. Prentice holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career rushing touchdowns, total touchdowns, and points scored while playing running back for the Miami RedHawks.-High school career:Prentice attended duPont Manual High School in...
, Miami (OH), 1997–99 - FCS:
- Div II:
- Div III:
Most consecutive rushes without losing a fumble, season
- FBS: 365 – Travis PrenticeTravis PrenticeTravis Jason Prentice is a former American football running back. Prentice holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career rushing touchdowns, total touchdowns, and points scored while playing running back for the Miami RedHawks.-High school career:Prentice attended duPont Manual High School in...
, Miami (OH), 1998 - FCS:
- Div II:
- Div III:
Highest average rushing yards per game, career (minimum 2,500 yards)
- FBS: 174.6 – Ed MarinaroEd MarinaroEd Marinaro is an American former football player turned actor.-Football career:Marinaro played high school football in New Milford, New Jersey, for the New Milford High School Knights....
, Cornell, 1969–71, 4,715 yards in 27 games - FCS: 190.7 – Arnold Mickens, Butler, 1994–95, 3,813 in 20
- Div II: 183.4 – Anthony Gray, Western New Mexico, 1997–98, 3,484 in 19
- Div III: 187.1 – Tony Sutton, Wooster, 2002–04, 5,613 in 30
Highest average rushing yards per game, season
- FBS: 238.9 – Barry SandersBarry SandersBarry Sanders is a former American football running back who spent all of his professional career with the Detroit Lions in the NFL. Sanders left the game just short of the all-time rushing record...
, Oklahoma State, 1988, 2,628 yards in 11 games - FCS: 225.5 – Arnold Mickens, Butler, 1994, 2,255 in 10
- Div II: 222.0 – Anthony Gray, Western New Mexico, 1997, 2,220 in 10
- Div III: 238.5 – Dante Brown, Marietta, 1996, 2,385 in 10
Most yards rushing, career
- FBS: 6,397 – Ron DayneRon DayneRon Dayne is a former American football running back who is currently a free agent. He holds the NCAA record for career rushing yards, and he won the 1999 Heisman Trophy.-Early life:...
, Wisconsin, 1996–99, 1,115 rushes - FCS: 6,559 – Adrian Peterson, Georgia Southern, 1998–01, 996 rushes
- Div II: 7,962 – Danny WoodheadDanny WoodheadDanny Woodhead is an American football running back for the New England Patriots of the National Football League . He was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played college football at Chadron State....
, Chadron State, 2004–07, 1,156 rushes - Div III: 8,074 – Nate KmicNate KmicNate Kmic is an American football running back for the Lappeenranta Rajaritarit of the Finnish Maple League. Kmic played college football for Mount Union College Purple Raiders football team. Kmic graduated from Pike-Delta-York High School in Ohio...
, Mount Union, 2005–08, 1,189 rushes
Most yards rushing, season
- FBS: 2,628 – Barry SandersBarry SandersBarry Sanders is a former American football running back who spent all of his professional career with the Detroit Lions in the NFL. Sanders left the game just short of the all-time rushing record...
, Oklahoma State, 1988, 344 rushes, 11 games - FCS: 2,326 – Jamaal BranchJamaal BranchJamaal Branch is an American football running back who is currently a free agent. He was originally signed by the Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2006. He played college football at Colgate University.-Early life and education:...
, Colgate, 2003, 450 rushes, 16 games - Div II: 2,756 – Danny WoodheadDanny WoodheadDanny Woodhead is an American football running back for the New England Patriots of the National Football League . He was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played college football at Chadron State....
, Chadron State, 2006, 344 rushes - Div III: 2,790 – Nate KmicNate KmicNate Kmic is an American football running back for the Lappeenranta Rajaritarit of the Finnish Maple League. Kmic played college football for Mount Union College Purple Raiders football team. Kmic graduated from Pike-Delta-York High School in Ohio...
, Mount Union, 2008, 377 rushes
Most yards rushing, game
- FBS: 406 – LaDainian TomlinsonLaDainian TomlinsonLaDainian Tramayne Tomlinson is an American football running back for the New York Jets of the National Football League. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers fifth overall in the 2001 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Christian.Tomlinson, often referred to by his initials, L...
, TCU vs. UTEP, Nov. 20, 1999, 43 rushes - FCS: 437 – Maurice HicksMaurice HicksMaurice Hicks is an American football running back for the Florida Tuskers of the United Football League. He was originally signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2002...
, North Carolina A&T vs. Morgan State, Oct. 6, 2001, 34 rushes - Div II: 418 – Jarom Freeman, Southern Connecticut State vs. Bryant, Nov. 2, 2007, 34 rushes
- Div III: 441 – Dante Brown, Marietta vs. Baldwin–Wallace, Oct. 5, 1996
Most yards rushing, half
- FBS: 287 – LaDainian TomlinsonLaDainian TomlinsonLaDainian Tramayne Tomlinson is an American football running back for the New York Jets of the National Football League. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers fifth overall in the 2001 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Christian.Tomlinson, often referred to by his initials, L...
, TCU vs. UTEP, Nov. 20, 1999, 20 rushes; Stacey Robinson, Northern Illinois vs. Fresno State, Oct. 6, 1990, 28 rushes - FCS: 282 – Herb DonaldsonHerb DonaldsonHerb Donaldson is an American football running back who is currently a Tennessee Titans. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the New Orleans Saints in 2009...
, Western Illinois vs. Indiana State, Nov. 4, 2006, 26 rushes - Div II: 229 – Alvon Brown, Kentucky State vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, Sept. 16, 2000
- Div III: 370 – Garet Lynch, Brockport vs. Hartwick, Nov. 22, 2008, 26 rushes
Most yards rushing, quarter
- FBS: 222 – Corey DillonCorey DillonCorey James Dillon is a former American football running back. He played his ten-season career for the Cincinnati Bengals and the New England Patriots, wearing jersey number 28 for both teams. Dillon played college football the University of Washington where he wore the number 4.-High school...
, Washington vs. San Jose State, Nov. 16, 1996, 16 rushes - FCS: 194 – Otto Kelly, Nevada vs. Idaho, Nov. 12, 1983, 8 rushes
- Div II: 184 – Stefan LoganStefan LoganStefan Logan is a wide receiver, running back and return specialist for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League. He was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2007...
, South Dakota vs. Truman, Sept. 3, 2005, 7 rushes - Div III:
Most rushing yards by a quarterback, career
- FBS: 4,480 – Pat White, West Virginia, 2005–08, 684 rushes
- FCS: 4,852 – Matt Cannon, Southern Utah, 1997–00, 674 rushes
- Div II: 5,128 – Shawn Graves, Wofford, 1989–92, 730 rushes
- Div III: 4,152 – Chris Sharpe, Springfield, 2004–07, 633 rushes
Most rushing yards by a quarterback, season
- FBS: 1,702 – Denard RobinsonDenard RobinsonDenard Xavier Robinson , nicknamed Shoelace, is an American football player who is playing his junior season for the 2011 Michigan Wolverines football team. He started at quarterback in all 13 games for the Michigan Wolverines football team in 2010...
, Michigan, 2010, 256 rushes - FCS: 1,844 – Jayson FosterJayson FosterJayson D. Foster is an American football wide receiver for the Sacramento Mountain Lions of the United Football League. He was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2008...
, Georgia Southern, 2007, 261 rushes - Div II: 1,483 – Shawn Graves, Wofford, 1989, 241 rushes
- Div III: 1,941 – Chris Sharpe, Springfield, 2006, 261 rushes
Most rushing yards by a quarterback, game
- FBS: 308 – Stacey Robinson, Northern Illinois vs. Fresno State, Oct. 6, 1990, 22 rushes
- FCS: 313 – Armanti EdwardsArmanti EdwardsArmanti Fredrico Edwards is an American football player for the Carolina Panthers. He was the starting quarterback for the Appalachian State Mountaineers football team from 2006–09. He was drafted by the Panthers in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft...
, Appalachian State vs. Richmond, Dec. 7, 2007, 31 rushes - Div II: 323 – Shawn Graves, Wofford vs. Lenoir–Rhyne, Sept. 15, 1990, 23 rushes
- Div III: 342 – Matt Roe, Augustana (IL) vs. Wheaton (IL), Nov. 13, 2004, 44 rushes
Most rushing touchdowns, career
- FBS: 73 – Travis PrenticeTravis PrenticeTravis Jason Prentice is a former American football running back. Prentice holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career rushing touchdowns, total touchdowns, and points scored while playing running back for the Miami RedHawks.-High school career:Prentice attended duPont Manual High School in...
, Miami (OH), 1996–99 - FCS: 84 – Adrian Peterson, Georgia Southern, 1998–01
- Div II: 107 – Germaine RaceGermaine RaceGermaine Race is a free agent American football running back who most recently played for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League. He was originally signed by the Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2007...
, Pittsburg State, 2003–06 - Div III: 125 – Nate KmicNate KmicNate Kmic is an American football running back for the Lappeenranta Rajaritarit of the Finnish Maple League. Kmic played college football for Mount Union College Purple Raiders football team. Kmic graduated from Pike-Delta-York High School in Ohio...
, Mount Union, 2005–08
Most rushing touchdowns, season
- FBS: 37 – Barry SandersBarry SandersBarry Sanders is a former American football running back who spent all of his professional career with the Detroit Lions in the NFL. Sanders left the game just short of the all-time rushing record...
, Oklahoma State, 1988, 11 games - FCS: 35 – Omar CuffOmar CuffAnthony Omar Cuff is an American football running back who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2008...
, Delaware, 2007, 15 games - Div II: 37 – Xavier OmonXavier OmonXavier Omon is an American football running back for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft...
, Northwest Missouri State, 2007, 14 games - Div III: 43 – Nate KmicNate KmicNate Kmic is an American football running back for the Lappeenranta Rajaritarit of the Finnish Maple League. Kmic played college football for Mount Union College Purple Raiders football team. Kmic graduated from Pike-Delta-York High School in Ohio...
, Mount Union, 2008, 15 games
Most rushing touchdowns, game
- FBS: 8 – Howard GriffithHoward GriffithHoward Griffith is a retired American football fullback who spent 11 seasons in the NFL . While at the University of Illinois, Howard set the NCAA record for touchdowns in a game with eight. It occurred on September 8, 1990 against Southern Illinois University...
, Illinois vs. Southern Illinois, Sept. 22, 1990 - FCS: 7 – Archie AmersonArchie AmersonArchie Amerson is a former running back in the Canadian Football League, spending most of his career with the Toronto Argonauts and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats....
, Northern Arizona vs. Weber State, Oct. 5, 1996 - Div II: 8 – Junior Wolf, Oklahoma Panhandle vs. St. Mary (KS), Nov. 8, 1958
- Div III: 8 – Carey BenderCarey BenderCarey Wayne Bender is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League. He attended Coe College, where he still holds numerous rushing records. He was given an opportunity to play in the NFL by Buffalo Bills head coach Marv Levy, a fellow Coe College graduate...
, Coe vs. Beloit, Nov. 12, 1994
Most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback, career
- FBS: 59 – Colin KaepernickColin KaepernickColin Rand Kaepernick is an American football quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League. He played college football at Nevada.-Personal:...
, Nevada, 2007–10, 51 games; Eric CrouchEric CrouchEric Eugene Crouch is an American quarterback for the Omaha Nighthawks. He also is a TV sports analyst and recreational equipment vendor....
, Nebraska, 1998–01, 43 games - FCS: 65 – Armanti EdwardsArmanti EdwardsArmanti Fredrico Edwards is an American football player for the Carolina Panthers. He was the starting quarterback for the Appalachian State Mountaineers football team from 2006–09. He was drafted by the Panthers in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft...
, Appalachian State, 2006–09 - Div II: 72 – Shawn Graves, Wofford, 1989–92
- Div III: 70 – Chris Sharpe, Springfield, 2004–06
Most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback, season
- FBS: 27 – Ricky DobbsRicky DobbsRicky Dobbs is a United States Navy officer and former college football quarterback for the United States Naval Academy. During the 2009 season he broke the single season college football record for most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback with 27.-High school:Dobbs was known as "the Mayor" by...
, Navy, 2009, 14 games - FCS: 27 – Chaz Williams, Georgia Southern, 2002
- Div II: 24 – Shawn Graves, Wofford, 1989
- Div III: 35 – Chris Sharpe, Springfield, 2006, 12 games
Most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback, game
- FBS: 6 – Craig Candeto, Navy vs. Army, Dec. 7, 2002; Dee DowisDee DowisMichael "Dee" Dowis was the quarterback for the United States Air Force Academy football team from 1986 to 1989.Generally regarded as one of the best option quarterbacks in NCAA history, Dowis finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy voting in 1989...
, Air Force vs. San Diego State, Sep. 1, 1989 - FCS:
- Div II:
- Div III:
Highest passing efficiency rating, career
- FBS: 175.6 – Sam BradfordSam BradfordSamuel Jacob "Sam" Bradford is an American football quarterback for the St. Louis Rams of the National Football League. He was the first overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, and played college football at Oklahoma. In 2008, as a redshirt sophomore, Bradford became the second sophomore to win a...
, Oklahoma, 2007–09 (min. 325 completions) - FCS: 176.7 – Josh JohnsonJosh Johnson (American football)Josh Johnson is an American football quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League. He played college football quarterback for the University of San Diego Toreros. He was selected by the Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2008 NFL Draft...
, San Diego, 2004–07 (min. 300 completions) - Div II: 190.8 – Dusty BonnerDusty BonnerDusty Bonner is a former American football quarterback.He was a standout Harlon Hill Trophy winner in 2000 and 2001 while playing for Valdosta State University, and was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2002 by the Atlanta Falcons.-University of Kentucky:At Kentucky, Bonner was the backup...
, Valdosta State, 2000–01 (min. 375 completions) - Div III: 197.4 – Greg Micheli, Mount Union, 2005–08 (min. 325 completions)
Highest passing efficiency rating, season (min. 15 attempts per game)
- FBS: 186.0 – Colt BrennanColt BrennanColton "Colt" James Brennan is an American football quarterback. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii....
, Hawaii, 2006 - FCS: 204.6 – Shawn Knight, William and Mary, 1993
- Div II: 210.1 – Boyd Crawford, Albertson, 1953
- Div III: 225.0 – Mike Simpson, Eureka, 1994
Highest percentage of passes completed, game (min. 20 completions)
- FBS: 95.8% – Tee MartinTee MartinTamaurice Nigel "Tee" Martin is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League and Canadian Football League...
, Tennessee vs. South Carolina, Oct. 31, 1998 - FCS: 96.2% – Ricky SantosRicky SantosRicky Santos is an American Canadian football quarterback for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League. He was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent in 2008...
, New Hampshire vs. Northeastern, Oct. 22, 2005 - Div II: 96.0% – Zack EskridgeZack EskridgeZack Eskridge in an Canadian football quarterback, currently signed to the practice roster of the Toronto Argonauts.He was signed by the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent in 2011. He played college football at Midwestern State. -References:...
, Midwestern State vs. Texas A&M–Kingsville, Oct. 17, 2009 - Div III: 91.3% – Mitch Tanney, Monmouth (IL) vs. Knox, Nov. 5, 2005; Chris Esterley, St. Thomas (MN) vs. St. Olaf, Sept. 23, 1995
Highest percentage of passes completed, game
- FBS: 90.6% – Seth DoegeSeth DoegeSeth Doege is an American football quarterback. He is currently the starting quarterback for the 2011 Texas Tech Red Raiders football team...
, Texas Tech vs. New Mexico, Sep. 17, 2011 (min. 40 completions) - FCS: 88.9% – Richie Williams, Appalachian State vs. Furman, Oct. 9, 2004 (min. 30 completions)
- Div II: 90.0% – Lance Parker, Ouachita Baptist vs. Southwest Baptist, Oct. 25, 2008 (min. 35 completions)
- Div III: 83.3% – Scott Driggers, Colorado College vs. Nebraska Wesleyan, Sep. 10, 1983 (min. 35 completions)
Highest percentage of passes completed, season
- FBS: 76.7% – Colt McCoyColt McCoyDaniel "Colt" McCoy is an American football quarterback for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Browns in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft...
, Texas, 2008 (minimum 150 attempts) - FCS: 75.2% – Eric Sanders, Northern Iowa, 2007 (minimum 200 attempts)
- Div II: 76.9% – Troy Weatherhead, Hillsdale, 2010 (minimum 250 attempts)
- Div III: 75.0% – Greg Micheli, Mount Union, 2008 (minimum 250 attempts)
Highest percentage of passes completed, career
- FBS: 70.4% – Colt BrennanColt BrennanColton "Colt" James Brennan is an American football quarterback. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii....
, Hawaii, 2005–07 (minimum 875 attempts) - FCS: 69.6% – Eric Sanders, Northern Iowa, 2004–07 (minimum 750 attempts)
- Div II: 72.7% – Dusty BonnerDusty BonnerDusty Bonner is a former American football quarterback.He was a standout Harlon Hill Trophy winner in 2000 and 2001 while playing for Valdosta State University, and was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2002 by the Atlanta Falcons.-University of Kentucky:At Kentucky, Bonner was the backup...
, Valdosta State, 2000–01 (minimum 500 attempts) - Div III: 74.1% – Greg Micheli, Mount Union, 2005–08 (minimum 750 attempts)
Most yards passing, career
- FBS: 18,312 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston, 2007-present - FCS: 14,496 – Steve McNairSteve McNairStephen LaTreal McNair was an American football quarterback who spent the majority of his NFL career with the Tennessee Titans....
, Alcorn State, 1991–94 - Div II: 14,733 – Zach Amedro, West Liberty, 2007–10
- Div III: 13,605 – Josh Vogelbach, Guilford, 2005–08
Most yards passing, season
- FBS: 5,833 – B. J. Symons, Texas Tech, 2003
- FCS: 4,863 – Steve McNairSteve McNairStephen LaTreal McNair was an American football quarterback who spent the majority of his NFL career with the Tennessee Titans....
, Alcorn State, 1994 - Div II: 5,207 – Eric CzerniewskiEric CzerniewskiEric Czerniewski is an American football quarterback who won the Harlon Hill Trophy as the top player in the NCAA Division II in 2010 in his senior year at University of Central Missouri.-High school:...
, Central Missouri, 2010 - Div III: 4,595 – Brett ElliottBrett ElliottBrett Elliott is an American football quarterback who is currently a free agent of the Arena Football League.-College:Brett Elliott was the starter for the 2002 Utah Utes football team and began the season as the starter for the 2003 team before breaking his wrist in the second game of the season...
, Linfield, 2004
Most yards passing, game
- FBS: 716 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston vs. Arizona State, Dec. 2, 1990 - FCS: 624 – Jamie Martin, Weber State vs. Idaho State, Nov. 23, 1991
- Div II: 695 – J. J. Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, Sept. 12, 2009
- Div III: 731 – Zamir Amin, Menlo vs. Cal Lutheran, Oct. 7, 2000
Most yards passing, half
- FBS: 517 – Andre WareAndre WareAndre Ware is a sports analyst and commentator and a former American football player. He was the 1989 Heisman Trophy winner as a quarterback for the University of Houston, becoming the first African-American quarterback to win the award. In the 1990 NFL Draft, Ware was the first round selection ...
, Houston vs. SMU, Oct. 21, 1989 - FCS: 422 – Casey Brockman, Murray State vs Tennessee State, Sep. 17, 2011 (1st)
- Div II:
- Div III: 497 – Justin Peery, Westminster (MO) vs. Bethel (TN), Nov. 8, 1997
Most yards passing per game, season
- FBS: 467.3 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston, 1990 - FCS: 455.7 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley, 1984 - Div II: 437.3 – J. J. Harp, Eastern New Mexico, 2009
- Div III: 450.1 – Justin Peery, Westminster (MO), 1998
Most passes attempted, career
- FBS: 2,436 – Timmy ChangTimmy ChangTimothy Kealii'okaaina Awa Chang is a retired American football player. He was signed by the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent in 2005...
, Hawaii, 2000–04 - FCS: 1,893 – Jeremy Moses, Stephen F. Austin, 2007–10
- Div II: 1,898 – Andrew Webb, Fort Lewis, 2000–03
- Div III: 1,982 – Josh Vogelbach, Guilford, 2005–08
Most passes attempted, season
- FBS: 719 – B. J. Symons, Texas Tech, 2003
- FCS: 598 – Jeremy Moses, Stephen F. Austin, 2008
- Div II: 670 – Eric CzerniewskiEric CzerniewskiEric Czerniewski is an American football quarterback who won the Harlon Hill Trophy as the top player in the NCAA Division II in 2010 in his senior year at University of Central Missouri.-High school:...
, Central Missouri, 2010 - Div III: 575 – Brett DietzBrett DietzBrett Dietz is an American football quarterback currently a free agent. He was signed by the Turku Trojans as a street free agent in 2004. He played college football at Hanover. Dietz has also played for the Cincinnati Marshals, Louisville Fire, Tampa Bay Storm and California Redwoods...
, Hanover, 2003
Most passes attempted, game
- FBS: 83 – Drew BreesDrew BreesDrew Christopher Brees is a quarterback for the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft. He played college football at Purdue....
, Purdue vs. Wisconsin, Oct. 10, 1998 - FCS: 85 – Jeremy Moses, Stephen F. Austin vs. Sam Houston State, Nov. 1, 2008
- Div II: 94 – J. J. Harp, Eastern New Mexico. vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, Sep. 12, 2009
- Div III: 84 – Evan Jones, Carthage vs. North Central (IL), Oct. 17, 2009; Mackenzie McGrady, Alma vs. Wisconsin–River Falls, Sep. 26, 2009
Most passes completed, career
- FBS: 1,427 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston, 2007–present - FCS: 1,184 – Jeremy Moses, Stephen F. Austin, 2007–10
- Div II: 1,119 – Steven GachetteSteven GachetteSteven Gachette is an American professional football quarterback who is currently signed with the Kansas City Command of the Arena Football League. He was also a member of the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League...
, Southwest Baptist, 2007–10 - Div III: 1,189 – Josh Vogelbach, Guilford, 2005–08
Most passes completed, season
- FBS: 512 – Graham HarrellGraham HarrellGraham Harrell is an American football quarterback. He was signed by the Green Bay Packers and is currently on their scout team. He played college football at Texas Tech.-Early years:...
, Texas Tech, 2007 - FCS: 385 – Jeremy Moses, Stephen F. Austin, 2009; Brett Gordon, Villanova, 2002
- Div II: 447 – Eric CzerniewskiEric CzerniewskiEric Czerniewski is an American football quarterback who won the Harlon Hill Trophy as the top player in the NCAA Division II in 2010 in his senior year at University of Central Missouri.-High school:...
, Central Missouri, 2010 - Div III: 360 – Brett DietzBrett DietzBrett Dietz is an American football quarterback currently a free agent. He was signed by the Turku Trojans as a street free agent in 2004. He played college football at Hanover. Dietz has also played for the Cincinnati Marshals, Louisville Fire, Tampa Bay Storm and California Redwoods...
, Hanover, 2003
Most passes completed, game
- FBS: 58 – Andy Schmitt, Eastern Michigan vs. Central Michigan, Nov. 28, 2008
- FCS: 57 – Jeremy Moses, Stephen F. Austin vs. Sam Houston State, Nov. 1, 2008
- Div II: 64 – J. J. Harp, Eastern New Mexico vs. Southeastern Oklahoma, Sep. 12, 2009
- Div III: 56 – Brandon Luczak, Kalamazoo vs. Hope, Nov. 14, 2009
Most touchdown passes, career
- FBS: 150 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston, 2007–present (as of November 25, 2011; season in progress) - FCS: 140 – Bruce EugeneBruce EugeneBruce Eugene is an American football quarterback who is currently a college football coach. He played college football at Grambling State University....
, Grambling, 2001–05 - Div II: 148 – Jimmy TerwilligerJimmy TerwilligerJimmy Terwilliger, the 2005 Harlon Hill Trophy winner, played for East Stroudsburg and signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2006...
, East Stroudsburg, 2003–06 - Div III: 150 – Alex TanneyAlex TanneyAlex Tanney is an American football quarterback from . He is the starting quarterback for the Monmouth College Fighting Scots. Tanney missed the entire 2010-11 season after tearing his A-C joint in his right shoulder in the Midwest Conference season opener, home debut against Grinnell College, and...
, Monmouth (IL), 2007–present (as of October 29, 2011; season in progress)
Most touchdown passes, season
- FBS: 58 – Colt BrennanColt BrennanColton "Colt" James Brennan is an American football quarterback. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii....
, Hawaii, 2006 - FCS: 56 – Bruce EugeneBruce EugeneBruce Eugene is an American football quarterback who is currently a college football coach. He played college football at Grambling State University....
, Grambling, 2005; Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley, 1984 - Div II: 54 – Dusty BonnerDusty BonnerDusty Bonner is a former American football quarterback.He was a standout Harlon Hill Trophy winner in 2000 and 2001 while playing for Valdosta State University, and was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2002 by the Atlanta Falcons.-University of Kentucky:At Kentucky, Bonner was the backup...
, Valdosta State, 2000 - Div III: 61 – Brett ElliottBrett ElliottBrett Elliott is an American football quarterback who is currently a free agent of the Arena Football League.-College:Brett Elliott was the starter for the 2002 Utah Utes football team and began the season as the starter for the 2003 team before breaking his wrist in the second game of the season...
, Linfield, 2004
Most touchdown passes, game
- FBS: 11 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston vs. Eastern Washington, Nov. 7, 1990 - FCS: 9 – Drew Hubel, Portland State vs. Weber State, Oct. 27, 2007; Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley vs. Kentucky State, Sep. 1, 1984 - Div II: 10 – Bruce Swanson, North Park vs. North Central (IL), Oct. 12, 1968
- Div III: 9 – Joe Zarlinga, Ohio Northern vs. Capital, Nov. 14, 1998
Most touchdown passes, half
- FBS: 7 – Bryant MonizBryant MonizBryant "Mo" Moniz is an American football quarterback for the University of Hawaii Warriors football team.-Early years:Moniz was born in Wahiawā, Hawai'i. He attended Leilehua High School in Wahiawa, where he was the starting quarterback for the Leilehua Mules for three years from 2004 to 2006...
, Hawaii vs. UC Davis, Sep. 24, 2011; Doug Johnson, Florida vs. Central Michigan, Sep. 6, 1997; Terry Dean, Florida vs. New Mexico State, Sep. 3, 1994; Dennis ShawDennis ShawDennis Wendell Shaw is a former American football quarterback in the National Football League for the Buffalo Bills, St. Louis Cardinals, New York Giants, and the Kansas City Chiefs.-College career:...
, San Diego State vs. New Mexico State, Nov. 15, 1969 - FCS: 7 – Neil LomaxNeil LomaxNeil Vincent Lomax is a former American football quarterback.-College career:Lomax was a standout college player at Portland State University, going from fifth-string freshman quarterback on partial scholarship to emergency starter to NCAA legend...
, Portland State vs. Delaware State, Nov. 8, 1980 - Div II:
- Div III:
Most touchdown passes, quarter
- FBS: 6 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston vs. Louisiana Tech, Aug. 31, 1991 - FCS: 7 – Neil LomaxNeil LomaxNeil Vincent Lomax is a former American football quarterback.-College career:Lomax was a standout college player at Portland State University, going from fifth-string freshman quarterback on partial scholarship to emergency starter to NCAA legend...
, Portland State vs. Delaware State, Nov. 8, 1980 - Div II: 5 – Dusty BonnerDusty BonnerDusty Bonner is a former American football quarterback.He was a standout Harlon Hill Trophy winner in 2000 and 2001 while playing for Valdosta State University, and was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2002 by the Atlanta Falcons.-University of Kentucky:At Kentucky, Bonner was the backup...
, Valdosta State vs. Ouachita Baptist, Nov. 4, 2000; Kevin Russell, California (PA) vs. Frostburg State, Nov. 5, 1983 - Div III: 5 – David Sullivan, Williams vs. Hamilton, Oct. 30, 1993
Most consecutive games throwing touchdown pass
- FBS: 36 – Graham HarrellGraham HarrellGraham Harrell is an American football quarterback. He was signed by the Green Bay Packers and is currently on their scout team. He played college football at Texas Tech.-Early years:...
, Texas Tech, Sep. 23, 2006–Jan. 2, 2009 - FCS: 42 – Dominic RandolphDominic RandolphDominic Randolph is an American football quarterback who is currently a Free Agent in the Arena Football League. He played college football at the College of the Holy Cross, and high school football at St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati, Ohio...
, Holy Cross, 2006–09 - Div II: 46 – Mike ReillyMike Reilly (American football)-Pittsburgh Steelers:Mike Reilly was eligible to be selected in the 2009 NFL Draft, but went undrafted. He signed a free agent contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Reilly went 10-of-15 for 117 yards during the 2009 preseason, but was waived on Sept. 5, 2009....
, Central Washington, 2005–08 - Div III: 40 – Bill Borchert, Mount Union, Sep. 10, 1994–Nov. 15, 1997
Most passes intercepted, career
- FBS: 80 – Timmy ChangTimmy ChangTimothy Kealii'okaaina Awa Chang is a retired American football player. He was signed by the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent in 2005...
, Hawaii, 2000–04 - FCS: 75 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley, 1982–85 - Div II: 88 – Bob McLaughlin, Lock Haven, 1992–95
- Div III: 117 – Steve Hendry, Wisconsin–Superior, 1980–83
Most passes intercepted, season
- FBS: 34 – John Eckman, Wichita State, 1966
- FCS: 29 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley, 1985 - Div II: 32 – Joe Stetser, Cal State Chico, 1967
- Div III: 43 – Steve Hendry, Wisconsin–Superior, 1982
Most passes intercepted, game
- FBS: 9 – John ReavesJohn ReavesThomas Johnson "John" Reaves is a former American college and professional football player who was a quarterback for eleven seasons in the National Football League and three seasons in the United States Football League...
, Florida vs. Auburn, Nov. 1, 1969 - FCS: 7 – Dan Crowley, Towson vs. Maine, Nov. 16, 1991; Carlton Jenkins, Mississippi Valley vs. Prairie View, Oct. 31, 1987; Charles Hebert, Southeastern Louisiana vs. Northwestern State, Nov. 12, 1983; Mick Spoon, Idaho State vs. Montana, Oct. 21, 1978
- Div II: 9 – Pat BrennanPat BrennanPatrick J. Brennan became the 7th Executive of Broome County, New York on April 21, 2011, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Barbara J. Fiala.. Pat was endorsed by the Broome County Democratic Committee in February 2011. He was defeated in a special election on November 8, 2011 by...
, Franklin vs. Saginaw Valley, Sep. 24, 1983; Henry Schafer, Johns Hopkins vs. Haverford, Oct. 16, 1965 - Div III: 8 – Jason Clark, Ohio Northern vs. John Carroll, Nov. 9, 1991; Jim Higgins, Brockport vs. Buffalo State, Sep. 29, 1990; Dennis Bogacz, Wisconsin–Oshkosh vs. Wisconsin–Stevens Point, Oct. 29, 1988; Kevin Karwath, Canisius vs. Liberty, Nov. 19, 1979
Most pass attempts without an interception, game
- FBS: 76 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston vs. UTEP, Oct. 3, 2009; Andy Schmitt, Eastern Michigan vs. Temple, Nov. 22, 2008 - FCS: 69 – Chris Boden, Villanova vs. Connecticut, Oct. 16, 1999
- Div II: 74 – Michael Pierce, St. Anselm vs. Stonehill, Oct. 24, 2009
- Div III: 77 – Justin Peery, Westminster (MO) vs. MacMurray, Nov. 14, 1998
Most consecutive pass attempts without an interception
- FBS: 379 – Russell WilsonRussell WilsonRussell Wilson is a quarterback for the Wisconsin Badgers football team. Wilson formerly played for the NC State Wolfpack football and baseball teams before transferring for his final season of eligibility in 2011...
, North Carolina State, 2008–09 - FCS: 342 – Jimmy Blanchard, Portland State, 1999
- Div II: 280 – Jesse Showerda, New Haven, 1996
- Div III: 305 – Brad Boyle, Coe, 2009
Most consecutive completions in a single game
- FBS: 26 – Dominique DavisDominique DavisDominique D. Davis is a quarterback for East Carolina University. He played for the Boston College Eagles for two seasons before transferring to Fort Scott Community College after an academic suspension. Davis was the back-up quarterback for senior Chris Crane and took over after Crane suffered a...
, East Carolina2011 East Carolina Pirates football teamThe 2011 East Carolina Pirates football team represents East Carolina University in the 2011 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Pirates will be led by second year head coach Ruffin McNeill and will play their home games at Dowdy–Ficklen Stadium. They are a member of the East Division of...
vs. Navy2011 Navy Midshipmen football teamThe 2011 Navy Midshipmen football team represents the United States Naval Academy in the 2011 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Midshipmen are led by fourth year head coach Ken Niumatalolo and play their home games at Navy – Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. They compete as an...
, Oct. 22, 2011 - FCS: 28 – Richie Williams, Appalachian StateAppalachian State Mountaineers footballThe Appalachian State Mountaineers football team is the college football team at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. The Mountaineers have competed in the Southern Conference since 1972, and are currently a Division I Football Championship Subdivision member of the National...
vs. Furman, Oct. 9, 2004 - Div II: 20 – Scott Buisson, Arkansas–Monticello vs. Henderson State, Sep. 22, 2008; Todd Cunningham, Presbyterian vs. Wingate, Oct. 20, 1999; Chris HatcherChris HatcherChris Hatcher is an American football coach and former player. He is currently the head coach at Murray State University, a position he has held since the 2010 season. Previsouly, Hatcher served as the head coach at Valdosta State University from 2000 to 2006 and at Georgia Southern University...
, Valdosta State vs. New Haven, Oct. 8, 1994; Rod Bockwoldt, Weber State vs. South Dakota State, Nov. 6, 1976 - Div III: 21 – Chris Edwards, Washington & Jefferson vs. Allegheny, Sep. 17, 2005
Most consecutive completions in one or more games
- FBS: 36 – Dominique DavisDominique DavisDominique D. Davis is a quarterback for East Carolina University. He played for the Boston College Eagles for two seasons before transferring to Fort Scott Community College after an academic suspension. Davis was the back-up quarterback for senior Chris Crane and took over after Crane suffered a...
, East Carolina2011 East Carolina Pirates football teamThe 2011 East Carolina Pirates football team represents East Carolina University in the 2011 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Pirates will be led by second year head coach Ruffin McNeill and will play their home games at Dowdy–Ficklen Stadium. They are a member of the East Division of...
, last 10 attempts vs. Memphis2011 Memphis Tigers football teamThe 2011 Memphis Tigers football team represents the University of Memphis in the 2011 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Tigers will be led by second year head coach Larry Porter and will play their home games at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. They are a member of the East Division of...
, Oct. 15, 2011 and first 26 vs. Navy2011 Navy Midshipmen football teamThe 2011 Navy Midshipmen football team represents the United States Naval Academy in the 2011 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Midshipmen are led by fourth year head coach Ken Niumatalolo and play their home games at Navy – Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. They compete as an...
, Oct. 22, 2011 - FCS:
- Div II: 23 – Mike Ganey, Allegheny, last 16 attempts vs. Carnegie Mellon, Oct. 9, 1967 and first seven attempts vs. Oberlin, Oct. 16, 1967
- Div III: 29 – Chris Edwards, Washington & Jefferson. last eight attempts vs. Hanover, Sep. 10, 2005 and first 21 attempts vs. Allegheny, Sep. 17, 2005
Most receptions, career
- FBS: 326 – Ryan BroylesRyan BroylesRyan Broyles is an American football wide receiver for the Oklahoma Sooners.-Early years:Broyles attended Norman High School. He finished his career with 79 receptions for 1,688 yards and 18 touchdowns on offense and 157 tackles and 20 interceptions on defense.-College career:Broyles was...
, Oklahoma, 2008–present - FCS: 395 – Terrell HudginsTerrell HudginsTerrell Hudgins is an American football wide receiver and is currently a free agent. Hudgins played college football at Elon University and was temporarily a member of the Dallas Cowboys off-season/practice squad before being signed by the Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League.-Early life:He...
, Elon, 2006–09 - Div II: 323 – Clarence ColemanClarence ColemanClarence Coleman is a Canadian football wide receiver who is currently a free agent. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Buffalo Bills in 2003. He played college football at Ferris State....
, Ferris State, 1998–01 - Div III: 450 – Michael Zweifel, Dubuque (IA), 2007–present
Most receptions, season
- FBS: 155 – Freddie BarnesFreddie BarnesFreddie Lee Barnes is an American football wide receiver currently a member of the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League. He was signed by the Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2010...
, Bowling Green (OH), 2009 - FCS: 123 – Terrell HudginsTerrell HudginsTerrell Hudgins is an American football wide receiver and is currently a free agent. Hudgins played college football at Elon University and was temporarily a member of the Dallas Cowboys off-season/practice squad before being signed by the Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League.-Early life:He...
, Elon, 2009 - Div II: 143 – Nick Smart, Southwest Baptist, 2007
- Div III: 136 – Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1999
Most receptions, game
- FBS: 23 – Tyler Jones, Eastern Michigan vs. Central Michigan, Nov. 28, 2008; Randy GatewoodRandy GatewoodRandy Gatewood Randy Gatewood Randy Gatewood (born January 31, 1973 in Wichita Falls, Texas is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League and Arena Football League. He was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 1995. He played college football at...
, UNLV vs. Idaho, Sep. 17, 1994 - FCS: 24 – Chas GessnerChas GessnerCharles Louis "Chas" Gessner is an American football wide receiver who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2003...
, Brown vs. Rhode Island, Oct. 5, 2002; Jerry RiceJerry RiceJerry Lee Rice is a retired American football wide receiver. He is generally regarded as the greatest wide receiver of all time and one of the greatest players in National Football League history...
, Mississippi Valley vs. Southern, Oct. 1, 1983 - Div II: 23 – Chris George, Glenville State vs. West Virginia Wesleyan, Oct. 15, 1994; Barry WagnerBarry WagnerBarry Wagner is a retired American football player in the Arena Football League for the Orlando Predators with whom he won his first ArenaBowl Championship and the San Jose SaberCats, with whom he won two championships. He also played in the World Indoor Football League as a wide...
, Alabama A&M vs. Clark Atlanta, Nov. 4, 1989 - Div III: 25 – Daniel Passafiume, Hanover vs. Franklin College, Nov. 15, 2009
Most consecutive games with a reception
- FBS: 54 – Bryan Anderson, Central Michigan, 2006–09
- FCS: 45 – Marcus Lee, Towson, 2005–08
- Div II: 50 – Mike Washington, West Chester, 2005–08
- Div III: 47 – Blake ElliottBlake ElliottBlake Elliott was the winner of the 2003 Gagliardi Trophy for academic and football excellence covering all of NCAA Division III. He graduated from Melrose High School in Melrose, Minnesota and Saint John's University . He owns several school, conference, and national records in NCAA football...
, St. John’s (MN), 2000–03
Most yards receiving, career
- FBS: 5,005 – Trevor InsleyTrevor InsleyTrevor Insley is a former American football wide receiver. He played in the NCAA for the University of Nevada from 1996-99. He holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career receiving yards , most 200 yard receiving games , most 100 yard receiving games , and is ranked third in career receptions...
, Nevada, 1996–99 - FCS: 5,250 – Terrell HudginsTerrell HudginsTerrell Hudgins is an American football wide receiver and is currently a free agent. Hudgins played college football at Elon University and was temporarily a member of the Dallas Cowboys off-season/practice squad before being signed by the Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League.-Early life:He...
, Elon, 2006–09 - Div II: 4,983 – Clarence ColemanClarence ColemanClarence Coleman is a Canadian football wide receiver who is currently a free agent. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Buffalo Bills in 2003. He played college football at Ferris State....
, Ferris State, 1998–01 - Div III: 6,108 – Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1996–99
Most yards receiving, season
- FBS: 2,060 – Trevor InsleyTrevor InsleyTrevor Insley is a former American football wide receiver. He played in the NCAA for the University of Nevada from 1996-99. He holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career receiving yards , most 200 yard receiving games , most 100 yard receiving games , and is ranked third in career receptions...
, Nevada, 1999 - FCS: 1,712 – Eddie Conti, Delaware, 1998
- Div II: 1,876 – Chris George, Glenville State, 1993
- Div III: 2,157 – Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1998
Most yards receiving, game
- FBS: 405 – Troy EdwardsTroy EdwardsTroy Edwards , is a professional American football player who was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1st round of the 1999 NFL Draft. A wide receiver from Louisiana Tech University, Edwards led the nation in receiving during his senior year in college with 140 receptions for 1,996 yards and...
, Louisiana Tech vs. Nebraska, Aug. 29, 1998 - FCS: 376 – Kassim OsgoodKassim OsgoodKassim A. Osgood is an American football wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League. He was signed by the San Diego Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2003...
, Cal Poly vs. UNI, Nov. 4, 2000 - Div II: 401 – Kevin IngramKevin IngramKevin C. Ingram played in the Arena Football League as a wide receiver/defensive back for the Los Angeles Avengers.-High school career:...
, West Chester, vs. Clarion, Oct. 31, 1998 - Div III: 418 – Lewis Howes, Principia vs. Martin Luther, Oct. 12, 2002
Highest receiving yards per game, career
- FBS: 140.9 – Alex Van DykeAlex Van DykeFranklin Alexander Van Dyke is a former American football wide receiver who was selected by the New York Jets in the 2nd round of the 1996 NFL Draft. He played collegiately at the University of Nevada, Reno and five years in the NFL for the Jets and Philadelphia Eagles from 1996 to 2000...
, Nevada, 1994–95 - FCS: 116.7 – Terrell HudginsTerrell HudginsTerrell Hudgins is an American football wide receiver and is currently a free agent. Hudgins played college football at Elon University and was temporarily a member of the Dallas Cowboys off-season/practice squad before being signed by the Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League.-Early life:He...
, Elon, 2006–09 - Div II: 160.8 – Chris George, Glenville State, 1993–94
- Div III: 156.6 – Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1996-99
Highest receiving yards per game, season
- FBS: 187.3 – Trevor InsleyTrevor InsleyTrevor Insley is a former American football wide receiver. He played in the NCAA for the University of Nevada from 1996-99. He holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career receiving yards , most 200 yard receiving games , most 100 yard receiving games , and is ranked third in career receptions...
, Nevada, 1999 - FCS: 168.2 – Jerry RiceJerry RiceJerry Lee Rice is a retired American football wide receiver. He is generally regarded as the greatest wide receiver of all time and one of the greatest players in National Football League history...
, Mississippi Valley, 1984 - Div II: 187.6 – Chris George, Glenville State, 1993
- Div III: 215.7 – Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1998
Most games with 100 yards receiving, career
- FBS: 26 – Trevor InsleyTrevor InsleyTrevor Insley is a former American football wide receiver. He played in the NCAA for the University of Nevada from 1996-99. He holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career receiving yards , most 200 yard receiving games , most 100 yard receiving games , and is ranked third in career receptions...
, Nevada, 1996–99 - FCS: 28 – Terrell HudginsTerrell HudginsTerrell Hudgins is an American football wide receiver and is currently a free agent. Hudgins played college football at Elon University and was temporarily a member of the Dallas Cowboys off-season/practice squad before being signed by the Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League.-Early life:He...
, Elon, 2006–09 - Div II:
- Div III:
Most receiving touchdowns, career
- FBS: 60 – Jarett DillardJarett DillardJarett Juma Porter Dillard is an American football wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He played college football for Rice. He is also the cousin of Rutherford's LeRon Dillard.-College career:...
, RiceRice OwlsThe Rice University athletic teams are known as the Rice Owls. The name comes from the owls in Rice's crest.Rice participates in NCAA Division I athletics and is part of Conference USA. Rice was a member of the Southwest Conference until its breakup in 1996. Rice then joined the Western Athletic...
, 2005–08 - FCS: 58 – David BallDavid Ball (wide receiver)David Ball is a professional wide receiver for the Erie Explosion of the Ultimate Indoor Football League. He was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2007...
, New Hampshire, 2003–06 - Div II: 78 – Dallas Mall, Bentley, 2001-04
- Div III: 75 – Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1996–99
Most receiving touchdowns, season
- FBS: 27 – Troy EdwardsTroy EdwardsTroy Edwards , is a professional American football player who was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1st round of the 1999 NFL Draft. A wide receiver from Louisiana Tech University, Edwards led the nation in receiving during his senior year in college with 140 receptions for 1,996 yards and...
, Louisiana Tech, 1998 - FCS: 27 – Jerry RiceJerry RiceJerry Lee Rice is a retired American football wide receiver. He is generally regarded as the greatest wide receiver of all time and one of the greatest players in National Football League history...
, Mississippi Valley, 1984 - Div II: 35 – David KircusDavid KircusDavid Kircus is a gridiron football wide receiver who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 2003 NFL Draft after playing college football at Grand Valley State University....
, Grand Valley State, 2002 - Div III: 26 – Jack Phelan, Hartwick, 2008; Scott Pingel, Westminster (MO), 1998
Most receiving touchdowns, game
- FBS: 7 – Rashaun WoodsRashaun WoodsRashaun Dorrell Woods is a professional football player who recently played in the Canadian Football League prior to his release by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on June 22, 2008...
, Oklahoma State vs. SMU, Sep. 20, 2003 - FCS: 6 – Cos DeMatteo, Chattanooga vs. Mississippi Valley, Sep. 16, 2000
- Div II: 8 – Paul Zaeske, North Park vs. North Central (IL), Oct. 12, 1968
- Div III: 7 – Matt Perceval, Wesleyan (CT) vs. Middlebury, Sep. 26, 1998
Most touchdowns, career
- FBS: 173 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston, 2007–present - FCS: 159 – Bruce EugeneBruce EugeneBruce Eugene is an American football quarterback who is currently a college football coach. He played college football at Grambling State University....
, Grambling, 2001–05 - Div II: 161 – Jimmy TerwilligerJimmy TerwilligerJimmy Terwilliger, the 2005 Harlon Hill Trophy winner, played for East Stroudsburg and signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2006...
, East Stroudsburg, 2003–06 - Div III: 166 – Justin Peery, Westminster (MO), 1996–99
Most touchdowns, season
- FBS: 63 – Colt BrennanColt BrennanColton "Colt" James Brennan is an American football quarterback. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii....
, Hawaii, 2006 - FCS: 61 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley, 1984 - Div II: 55 – Dusty BonnerDusty BonnerDusty Bonner is a former American football quarterback.He was a standout Harlon Hill Trophy winner in 2000 and 2001 while playing for Valdosta State University, and was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2002 by the Atlanta Falcons.-University of Kentucky:At Kentucky, Bonner was the backup...
, Valdosta State, 2000 - Div III:
Most touchdowns, game
- FBS: 11 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston vs. Eastern Washington, Nov. 17, 1990 - FCS: 9 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley vs. Kentucky State, Sep. 1, 1984 and vs. Prairie View, Oct. 27, 1984; Drew Hubel, Portland State vs. Weber State, Oct. 27, 2007; Neil LomaxNeil LomaxNeil Vincent Lomax is a former American football quarterback.-College career:Lomax was a standout college player at Portland State University, going from fifth-string freshman quarterback on partial scholarship to emergency starter to NCAA legend...
, Portland State vs. Delaware State, Nov. 8, 1980 - Div II: 10 – Bruce Swanson, North Park vs. North Central (IL), Oct. 12, 1968
- Div III:
Most points responsible, career
- FBS: 1,006 – Case KeenumCase KeenumCasey Austin "Case" Keenum is a redshirt senior quarterback for the Houston Cougars football team. Keenum has already set several school records at the University of Houston and has positioned himself to become the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards in 2011...
, Houston, 2007–present - FCS: 960 – Bruce EugeneBruce EugeneBruce Eugene is an American football quarterback who is currently a college football coach. He played college football at Grambling State University....
, Grambling, 2001–05 - Div II: 966 – Jimmy TerwilligerJimmy TerwilligerJimmy Terwilliger, the 2005 Harlon Hill Trophy winner, played for East Stroudsburg and signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2006...
, East Stroudsburg, 2003–06 - Div III:
Most points responsible, season
- FBS: 384 – Colt BrennanColt BrennanColton "Colt" James Brennan is an American football quarterback. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii....
, Hawaii, 2006 - FCS: 368 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley, 1984 - Div II: 330 – Dusty BonnerDusty BonnerDusty Bonner is a former American football quarterback.He was a standout Harlon Hill Trophy winner in 2000 and 2001 while playing for Valdosta State University, and was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2002 by the Atlanta Falcons.-University of Kentucky:At Kentucky, Bonner was the backup...
, Valdosta State, 2000 - Div III:
Most points responsible, game
- FBS: 66 – David KlinglerDavid KlinglerDavid Ryan Klingler , is a former American football player. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals after a record setting quarterback career at the University of Houston...
, Houston vs. Eastern Washington, Nov. 17, 1990 - FCS: 56 – Willie TottenWillie TottenWillie "Satellite" Totten is the former head coach of the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils football team, a job he held from 2002 to 2009...
, Mississippi Valley vs. Kentucky State, Sep. 1, 1984 - Div II: 60 – Bruce Swanson, North Park vs. North Central (IL), Oct. 12, 1968
- Div III:
Most points scored by kicker, career
- FBS: 439 – Kyle BrotzmanKyle BrotzmanKyle Brotzman is an American football kicker for the Utah Blaze of the Arena Football League.-College career:He played for the Boise State Broncos. A former walk-on, he became the Broncos' starting kicker and punter....
, Boise State, 2007–10 - FCS: 407 – Dan CarpenterDan CarpenterDaniel Roy Carpenter is an American football placekicker for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League...
, MontanaMontana Grizzlies footballThe Montana Grizzlies football program represents the University of Montana in the Division I Football Championship Subdivision of college football. The Grizzlies have competed in the Big Sky Conference, where it is a founding member, since 1963...
, 2004–07 - D-II: 420 – Jeff Glas, North Dakota, 2002–05
- D-III: 383 – Mike Zimmerman, Mount Union, 2005–07
Most points scored by kicker, season
- FBS: 149 – Dan BaileyDan Bailey (American football)Dan "Beetle" Bailey is an American football placekicker for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League. He was signed by the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent in 2011...
, Oklahoma State, 2010 - FCS: 127 – Julian Rauch, Appalachian State, 2007; Jon Striefsky, Delaware, 2007
- Div II: 138 – Jeff Glas, North Dakota, 2005
- Div III: 148 – Mike Zimmerman, Mount Union, 2007
Most points scored by kicker, game
- FBS: 24 – Mike PrindleMike PrindleMichael John Prindle is a former National Football League placekicker. Prindle played one season for the Detroit Lions in 1987.-High school:Prindle was a kicker and quarterback for Grand Rapids Union High School...
, Western Michigan vs. Marshall, Sep. 29, 1984 - FCS: 24 – Goran LingmerthGoran LingmerthGoran R. Lingmerth is a former professional American football player who played in 1987 for the Cleveland Browns.-External links:*...
, Northern Arizona vs. Idaho, Oct. 25, 1986 - Div II: 20 – Clarence Joseph, Central State (OH) vs. Kentucky State, Oct. 16, 1982
- Div III: 20 – Jim Hever, Rhodes vs. Millsaps, Sep. 22, 1984
Most points scored by non-kicker, career
- FBS: 468 – Travis PrenticeTravis PrenticeTravis Jason Prentice is a former American football running back. Prentice holds the NCAA Division I-A records for career rushing touchdowns, total touchdowns, and points scored while playing running back for the Miami RedHawks.-High school career:Prentice attended duPont Manual High School in...
, Miami (OH), 1996–99 - FCS: 544 – Brian WestbrookBrian WestbrookBrian Collins Westbrook is an American football running back who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round of the 2002 NFL Draft after playing college football at Villanova...
, Villanova, 1997–98, 00–01 - Div II: 656 – Germaine RaceGermaine RaceGermaine Race is a free agent American football running back who most recently played for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League. He was originally signed by the Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2007...
, Pittsburg State, 2003–06 - Div III: 780 – Nate KmicNate KmicNate Kmic is an American football running back for the Lappeenranta Rajaritarit of the Finnish Maple League. Kmic played college football for Mount Union College Purple Raiders football team. Kmic graduated from Pike-Delta-York High School in Ohio...
, Mount Union, 2005–08
Most points scored by non-kicker, season
- FBS: 234 – Barry SandersBarry SandersBarry Sanders is a former American football running back who spent all of his professional career with the Detroit Lions in the NFL. Sanders left the game just short of the all-time rushing record...
, Oklahoma State, 1988 - FCS: 234 – Omar CuffOmar CuffAnthony Omar Cuff is an American football running back who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2008...
, Delaware, 2007 - Div II: 228 – Xavier OmonXavier OmonXavier Omon is an American football running back for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft...
, Northwest Missouri State, 2007; Danny WoodheadDanny WoodheadDanny Woodhead is an American football running back for the New England Patriots of the National Football League . He was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played college football at Chadron State....
, Chadron State, 2006 - Div III: 264 – Nate KmicNate KmicNate Kmic is an American football running back for the Lappeenranta Rajaritarit of the Finnish Maple League. Kmic played college football for Mount Union College Purple Raiders football team. Kmic graduated from Pike-Delta-York High School in Ohio...
, Mount Union, 2008
Most points scored by non-kicker, game
- FBS: 48 – Howard GriffithHoward GriffithHoward Griffith is a retired American football fullback who spent 11 seasons in the NFL . While at the University of Illinois, Howard set the NCAA record for touchdowns in a game with eight. It occurred on September 8, 1990 against Southern Illinois University...
, Illinois vs. Southern Illinois, Sep. 22, 1990 - FCS: 42 – Omar CuffOmar CuffAnthony Omar Cuff is an American football running back who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2008...
, Delaware vs. William & Mary, Aug. 30, 2007; Jessie Burton, McNeese State vs. Southern Utah, Sep. 19, 1998; Archie AmersonArchie AmersonArchie Amerson is a former running back in the Canadian Football League, spending most of his career with the Toronto Argonauts and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats....
, Northern Arizona vs. Weber State, Oct. 5, 1996 - Div II: 48 – Paul Zaeske, North Park vs. North Central (IL), Oct. 12, 1968; Junior Wolf, Oklahoma Panhandle vs. St. Mary (KS), Nov. 8, 1958
- Div III: 48 – Carey BenderCarey BenderCarey Wayne Bender is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League. He attended Coe College, where he still holds numerous rushing records. He was given an opportunity to play in the NFL by Buffalo Bills head coach Marv Levy, a fellow Coe College graduate...
, Coe vs. Beloit, Nov. 12, 1994
Most interceptions, career
- FBS: 29 – Al BroskyAl BroskyAlfred E. Brosky was a former American football player, and is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame....
, Illinois, 1950–52 - FCS: 31 – Rashean MathisRashean MathisRashean Jamil Mathis is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL.-High school:Mathis attended Englewood High School in Jacksonville at the same time as Brett Myers of the Houston Astros, and was a student and a letterman in football. In football, he...
, Bethune–Cookman, 1999–2003 - Div II: 37 – Tom Collins, Indianapolis, 1982–85
- Div III: 29 – Ralph Gebhardt, Rochester (NY), 1973–75
Most interceptions, season
- FBS: 14 – Al WorleyAl WorleyAl Worley was an American football player who played defensive back for the University of Washington Huskies from 1966-68. Worley was a named a Consensus All-American in 1968, when he set the still-standing NCAA record of 14 interceptions in a season. Notably, he accomplished this feat in only a...
, Washington, 1968 - FCS: 14 – Rashean MathisRashean MathisRashean Jamil Mathis is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL.-High school:Mathis attended Englewood High School in Jacksonville at the same time as Brett Myers of the Houston Astros, and was a student and a letterman in football. In football, he...
, Bethune–Cookman, 2002 - Div II: 14 – Seven times. Most recent: Dan Peters, Shepherd, 2006
- Div III: 15 – Ben Matthews, Bethel (MN), 2000; Mark Dorner, Juniata
Most interceptions, game
- FBS: 5 – Five times. Most recent: Mitchell Price, Tulane vs. Tennessee–Chattanooga, Sep. 3, 1988
- FCS: 5 – Mark Cordes, Eastern Washington vs. Boise State, Sep. 6, 1986; Michael Richardson, Northwestern State vs. Southeastern Louisiana, Nov. 12, 1983; Karl Johnson, Jackson State vs. Grambling, Oct. 23, 1982
- Div II: 5 – Five times. Most recent: Gary Evans, Truman vs. Missouri S&T, Oct. 18, 1975
- Div III: 5 – 11 times. Most recent: James Patrick, Stillman vs. Edward Waters, Nov. 2, 2002
Consecutive games with an interception
- FBS: 15 – Al BroskyAl BroskyAlfred E. Brosky was a former American football player, and is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame....
, Illinois, Nov. 11, 1950 to Oct. 18, 1952 - FCS:
- Div II: 8 – Darin Nix, Missouri S&T, 1993–94
- Div III: 9 – Brent Sands, Cornell College, 1992
Most interceptions returned for a touchdown, career
- FBS: 5 – Darrent WilliamsDarrent WilliamsDarrent Demarcus Williams was an American football player for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. Williams was also the owner and CEO of independent record label RYNO Entertainment in Fort Worth, Texas.-High school:Born and raised in Fort Worth, Williams attended O.D...
, Oklahoma State, 2001–04; Deltha O’Neal, California, 1996–99; Ken Thomas, San Jose State, 1979–82; Jackie Walker, Tennessee, 1969–71 - FCS: 6 – William Hampton, Murray State, 1993–96
- Div II:
- Div III:
Most interceptions returned for a touchdown, season
- FBS: 4 – Deltha O'NealDeltha O'NealDeltha Lee O'Neal, III is an American football cornerback who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the first round as the 15th pick overall in the 2000 NFL Draft, after playing college football at California.A two-time Pro Bowl selection, O'Neal has also been a member...
, California, 1999 - FCS: 4 – William Hampton, Murray State, 1995; Joseph Vaughn, Cal State Northridge, 1994; Robert Turner, Jackson State, 1990
- Div II: 4 – Stevie Harden, Valdosta State, 2010; Quintez Smith, Shaw, 2009; Clay Blalack, UT Martin, 1976
- Div III: 3 – Many players. Most recent: Scott Driscoll, Curry, 2009
Most interceptions returned for a touchdown, game
- FBS: 3 – Johnnie Jackson, Houston vs. Texas, Nov. 7, 1987
- FCS: 2 – 23 times. Most recent: Nick Parrish, Georgetown vs. Holy Cross, Sep. 27, 2008
- Div II:
- Div III: 3 – Many times.
Most interception return yards, career
- FBS: 501 – Terrell BuckleyTerrell BuckleyDouglas Terrell Buckley is a former American football cornerback in the National Football League....
, Florida State, 1989–91 - FCS: 682 – Rashean MathisRashean MathisRashean Jamil Mathis is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL.-High school:Mathis attended Englewood High School in Jacksonville at the same time as Brett Myers of the Houston Astros, and was a student and a letterman in football. In football, he...
, Bethune–Cookman, 1999–02 - Div II: 528 – Pierre Thomas, Missouri Western State, 2000–03
- Div III: 443 – Mark Dorner, Juniata, 1984–8
Most interception return yards, season
- FBS: 302 – Charles Phillips, Southern California, 1974
- FCS: 455 – Rashean MathisRashean MathisRashean Jamil Mathis is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL.-High school:Mathis attended Englewood High School in Jacksonville at the same time as Brett Myers of the Houston Astros, and was a student and a letterman in football. In football, he...
, Bethune–Cookman, 2002 - Div II: 362 – Pierre Thomas, Missouri Western State, 2003
- Div III: 358 – Rod Pesek, Whittier, 1987
Most interception return yards, game
- FBS: 182 – Ashley Lee, Virginia Tech vs. Vanderbilt, Nov. 12, 1983
- FCS: 216 – Keiron BigbyKeiron BigbyKeiron Bigby is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins. He played college football at Brown University....
, Brown vs. Yale, Sep. 29, 1984 - Div II: 194 – Quintez Smith, Shaw vs. Elizabeth City State, Aug. 29, 2009
- Div III: 164 – Rick Conner, McDaniel vs. Dickinson, Oct. 15, 1983
Most tackles, career
- FBS: 545 – Tim McGarigleTim McGarigle-St. Louis Rams:McGarigle was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round in the 2006 NFL Draft. He spent the 2006 season as a member of the practice squad. In 2007, McGarigle made the active roster and played 12 games. He was released from the Rams on September 3, 2008 and spent the rest...
, Northwestern, 2002–05 - FCS: 550 – Boomer GrigsbyBoomer GrigsbyAppearing in 15 games in 2006, Grigsby again ranked third on the Chiefs in special teams tackles with 18. He missed one game that season with foot injury.Prior to the 2007 regular season, Grigsby was converted from linebacker to fullback...
, Illinois State, 2001–04 - Div II: 517 – Deric Sieck, Winona State, 2000–03
- Div III: 531 – Casey McConnell, Kenyon, 2001–03, 05
Most tackles, season
- FBS: 193 – Lawrence Flugence, Texas Tech, 2002
- FCS: 195 – Kevin Talley, Norfolk State, 2003
- Div II: 169 – B. J. Russell, Mesa State, 2004
- Div III: 198 – Kyle McGivney, Luther, 2010
Most tackles, game
- FBS: 26 – Bryce Hudman, SMU vs. Arkansas State, Sep. 15, 2007; Doug Szymul, Northwestern vs. Navy, Sep. 21, 2002; Brian Leigeb, Central Michigan vs. Northern Illinois, Nov. 17, 2000
- FCS: 30 – Josh Cain, Chattanooga vs. Citadel, Nov. 3, 2001
- Div II: 30 – Shaun Maloney, Minnesota–Morris vs. Minnesota State Moorhead, Oct. 27, 2001
- Div III: 30 – Bryan Meuse, Nichols vs. Endicott, Oct. 29, 2005
Most solo tackles, career
- FBS: 360 – Rod Davis, Southern Miss., 2000–03
- FCS: 325 – Boomer GrigsbyBoomer GrigsbyAppearing in 15 games in 2006, Grigsby again ranked third on the Chiefs in special teams tackles with 18. He missed one game that season with foot injury.Prior to the 2007 regular season, Grigsby was converted from linebacker to fullback...
, Illinois State, 2001–04 - Div II: 275 – Deric Sieck, Winona State, 2000–03
- Div III: 302 – Kyle Follweiler, Wilkes, 2004–07
Most solo tackles, season
- FBS: 135 – E. J. HendersonE. J. HendersonEric N. "E.J." Henderson is an American football linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Vikings in the second round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He played college football at Maryland....
, Maryland, 2002 - FCS: 113 – Josh Cain, Chattanooga, 2002
- Div II: 95 – Digger Anderson, North Dakota, 2003
- Div III: 106 – Robert Gunn, Earlham, 2000
Most solo tackles, game
- FBS: 20 – Tyrell JohnsonTyrell Johnson (American football)Marcellous "Tyrell" Johnson is an American football safety for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Vikings in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft...
, Arkansas State vs. North Texas, Nov. 26, 2005 - FCS: 21 – Dan Adams, Holy Cross, Oct. 22, 2005
- Div II: 19 – Eric Portley, Fayetteville State vs. N.C. Central, Oct. 8, 2005
- Div III: 21 – Tim Rotenberry, North Park vs. Millikin, Oct. 16, 2004
Most tackles for loss, career
- FBS: 75 – Jason BabinJason Babin-Houston Texans:Babin was drafted by Houston Texans in first round of 2004 NFL Draft. The Texans traded 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th round pick to the Tennessee Titans in exchange for a 1st and 5th pick, In order to draft Babin. He was signed to a five-year $6 million contract by Texans on June 26, 2004...
, Western Michigan, 2000–03 - FCS: 67 – Sherrod Coates, Western Kentucky, 2000–02
- Div II: 77 – Andre Bernardi, North Greenville, 2006–09
- Div III: 106½ – Steven Wilson, King's (PA), 2000–02
Most tackles for loss, season
- FBS: 32 – Jason BabinJason Babin-Houston Texans:Babin was drafted by Houston Texans in first round of 2004 NFL Draft. The Texans traded 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th round pick to the Tennessee Titans in exchange for a 1st and 5th pick, In order to draft Babin. He was signed to a five-year $6 million contract by Texans on June 26, 2004...
, Western Michigan, 2003 - FCS: 36 – Steve Baggs, Bethune–Cookman, 2003
- Div II: 37 – Charlie Cook, C. W. Post, 2001
- Div III: 39 – Steven Wilson, King's (PA), 2002
Most tackles for loss, game
- FBS: 8 – Nate IrvingNate IrvingNathaniel Irving is an American football linebacker for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. He played collegiate football at North Carolina State University. Irving was a 2010 All-American selection by Sports Illustrated and Scout.com...
, North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest, Nov. 13, 2010 - FCS: 8 – Sherrod Coates, Western Kentucky vs. Indiana State, Oct. 26, 2002
- Div II: 9 – Darryl Wilson, Concord vs. West Virginia State, Oct. 8, 2005; Ron Ellington, Catawba vs. Mars Hill, Oct. 1, 2005
- Div III: 8½ – Kevin McNamara, St. John’s (MN) vs. Monmouth (IL), Nov. 19, 2005
Most sacks, career
- FBS: 44 – Terrell SuggsTerrell SuggsTerrell Raymonn Suggs is an American football linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Ravens tenth overall in the 2003 NFL Draft after playing his college football at Arizona State....
, Arizona State, 2000–02 - FCS: 42 – Chris GocongChris Gocong-Philadelphia Eagles:Gocong was drafted in the third round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles, but missed the entire 2006 season due to an injury suffered before the preseason. He made his NFL debut on September 9, 2007, where he started at the "Sam" linebacker position...
, Cal Poly, 2001, 2003–05 - Div II: 46 – Marc SchiechlMarc SchiechlMarc Schiechl is an American football defensive end for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League. He was signed by the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent in 2011. He played college football at The Colorado School of Mines.-External links:*...
, Colorado Mines, 2007–10 - Div III: 53½ – Mike Czerwien, Waynesburg University, 2002–04
Most sacks, season
- FBS: 24 – Terrell SuggsTerrell SuggsTerrell Raymonn Suggs is an American football linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Ravens tenth overall in the 2003 NFL Draft after playing his college football at Arizona State....
, Arizona State, 2002 - FCS: 23½ – Chris GocongChris Gocong-Philadelphia Eagles:Gocong was drafted in the third round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles, but missed the entire 2006 season due to an injury suffered before the preseason. He made his NFL debut on September 9, 2007, where he started at the "Sam" linebacker position...
, Cal Poly, 2005 - Div II: 20½ – Charlie Cook, C. W. Post, 2001
- Div III: 39 – Steven Wilson, King's (PA), 2002
Most sacks, game
- FBS: 6 – Ameer Ismail, Western Michigan vs. Ball State, Oct. 21, 2006; Elvis DumervilElvis Dumervil-Denver Broncos:Dumervil was drafted in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos. Broncos coach Mike Shanahan stated that he planned to keep Dumervil at defensive end....
, Louisville vs. Kentucky, Sep. 4, 2005 - FCS: 6 – Damien Huren, Southeastern Louisiana vs. Northern Colorado, Oct. 9, 2004
- Div II: 7 – Ron Ellington, Catawba vs. Mars Hill, Oct. 1, 2005
- Div III: 8½ – Kevin McNamara, St. John’s (MN) vs. Monmouth (IL), Nov. 19, 2005
Most punts, career
- FBS: 322 – Nick HarrisNick HarrisNicholas John Harris is an American football punter for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the fourth round of the 2001 NFL Draft...
, California, 1997–00 - FCS: 301 – Barry Bowman, Louisiana Tech, 1983–86
- Div II: 328 – Dan Brown, Nicholls State, 1976–79
- Div III: 264 – Gary Sheplavy, Hiram, 2004–07
Most punts, season
- FBS: 101 – Jim Bailey, VMI, 1969
- FCS: 98 – Barry Hickingbotham, Louisiana Tech, 1987
- Div II: 98 – John Tassi, Lincoln (MO), 1981
- Div III: 106 – Bob Blake, Wisconsin–Superior, 1977
Most punts, game
- FBS: 36 – Charlie Calhoun, Texas Tech vs. Centenary (LA), Nov. 11, 1939
- FCS: 16 – Matt StoverMatt StoverJohn Matthew "Matt" Stover is a former American Football placekicker. As of the start of the 2009 NFL season, he was the third most accurate kicker in the history of the National Football League. He is of Greek origin. He has played for the New York Giants, the Cleveland Browns, and the Baltimore...
, Louisiana Tech vs. Louisiana–Monroe, Nov. 18, 1988 - Div II: 32 – Jan Jones, Sam Houston State vs. Texas A&M–Commerce, Nov. 2, 1946
- Div III: 17 – Jerry Williams, Frostburg State vs. Salisbury, Sep. 30, 1978
Highest punting average, game
53.6 - Jim Benien, Oklahoma St. (FBS) vs. Colorado, Nov. 13, 1971 (10 for 536) - 60.4 - Lee Johnson, BYU (FBS) vs. Wyoming, Oct. 8, 1983 (5 for 302)Most punting yards, game
1,318 - Charlie Calhoun, Texas Tech (FBS) vs. Centenary (La.) Nov. 11, 1939Punt returns
- Career Average - 24.7 - Billy Johnson, Widener (DII; DIII) 1971-72
- 23.6 - Jack Mitchell, Oklahoma (FBS) 1946-48
- Season Average - 34.1 - Billy Johnson, Widener (DII) 1972
- 28.5 - Maurice Jones-DrewMaurice Jones-DrewMaurice Christopher Jones-Drew is a professional American football player who currently plays running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League . He was drafted in the second round of the 2006 NFL Draft...
, UCLA (FBS) 2005- Game Average (Min. 3-4 rets.) - 59.7 - Chip Hough, Air Force (FBS) vs. SMU Oct. 9, 1971 - 43.8 - Golden Richards, BYU (FBS) vs. Texas, Sept. 10, 1971
- Most Punts Returned Career - 153 - Vai SikahemaVai SikahemaVai S. Sikahema is a Tongan former American football player. The first Tongan ever to play in the National Football League , he played running back and kickoff returner in the league for eight seasons, from 1986 to 1993. He played college football for the Brigham Young University Cougars, and was...
, BYU (BBS) 1980-81, 1984–85 - Most Punts Returned Season - 57 - Wes WelkerWes Welker-San Diego Chargers :Welker, who was not drafted during the 2004 NFL Draft, signed as an undrafted free agent with the San Diego Chargers. Welker made the Chargers out of training camp, but was released after the first game of the season.-2004 season:...
, Texas Tech (OKC) (FBS) 2002 - Most Punts Returned Game - 20 - Milton Hill, Texas Tech (FBS) vs. Centenary (La.), Nov. 11, 1939
- Most Return Yards Career - 1,761 - Wes WelkerWes Welker-San Diego Chargers :Welker, who was not drafted during the 2004 NFL Draft, signed as an undrafted free agent with the San Diego Chargers. Welker made the Chargers out of training camp, but was released after the first game of the season.-2004 season:...
, Texas Tech (FBS) 2000-03 - Most Return Yards Season - 791 - Lee Nalley, Vanderbilt (FBS) 1948
- Most Return Yards Game - 277 - Antonio PerkinsAntonio PerkinsAntonio Perkins is an American football cornerback. He most recently played for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League in 2008.- Early years :...
, Oklahoma (LAWTON) (FBS) vs. UCLA, Sept. 20, 2003 - Most Touchdowns Scored Career - 8 - Antonio PerkinsAntonio PerkinsAntonio Perkins is an American football cornerback. He most recently played for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League in 2008.- Early years :...
, Oklahoma (LAWTON) (FBS) 2001-04 & Wes WelkerWes Welker-San Diego Chargers :Welker, who was not drafted during the 2004 NFL Draft, signed as an undrafted free agent with the San Diego Chargers. Welker made the Chargers out of training camp, but was released after the first game of the season.-2004 season:...
, Texas Tech (OKC) (FBS) 2000-03, Ted Ginn Jr. Ohio State 2004-2007 (FBS) - Most Touchdowns Scored Season - 5 - Chad OwensChad OwensChad Owens is a professional American, Canadian and Arena football wide receiver and kick returner for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft...
, Hawaii (FBS) 2004 - Most Touchdowns Scored Game - 3 - Antonio PerkinsAntonio PerkinsAntonio Perkins is an American football cornerback. He most recently played for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League in 2008.- Early years :...
, Oklahoma (LAWTON) (FBS) vs. UCLA, Sept. 20, 2003 - Most Touchdowns Scored Game - 3 - Bobby Ahu, Hawaii vs. Linfield, Nov. 15, 1969
Kickoff returns
- Career Average - 35.1 - Anthony Davis, Southern California (FBS) 1972-74
- Season Average - 42.2 - Larry Spencer, Wake Forest (FBS) 1952 - Brandon Steinheim, Wesley (DIII) 1994
- 40.1 - Paul Allen, BYU (FBS) 1961
- Most Kickoff Returns Career - 123 - Jeff Liggon, Tulane (FBS) 1993-96
- Most Kickoff Returns Season - 55 - William White, Army (FBS) 2002
- Most Kickoff Returns Game - 13 - T.J. Mayer, Waldorf vs. SMSU, Sept. 6, 2003
- Most Yards on Kickoff Returns Career - 3191 - Damaris Johnson, Tulsa (FBS) 2008-2011
- Most Yards on Kickoff Returns Season - 1,299 - Max Suter, Syracuse (FBS) 2007
- Most Yards on Kickoff Returns Game - 333 - Colby Goodwyn, Old Dominion University (FCS) vs. Cal Poly, Oct. 9 2010 (9 returns)
- Most Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns Career - 10 - Larry Beavers, Wesleyan University (Div III) 2004-2008
- Most Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns Season - 7 - C.J. Spiller, Clemson (FBS) 2009
- Most Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns Game (by several; most current is listed) - 2 - Tommylee Lewis, Northern Illinois (FBS) vs. Toledo, November 1, 2011 (100 and 95 yards)
- Most Consecutive Games with a Kickoff Return for a Touchdown - 4 - Ashlan Davis, Tulsa (FBS) 2004 (100 yards vs. Boise St. Oct. 16; 94 yards vs. Nevada, Oct. 23; 83 yards vs. Rice, Oct. 30; 96 yards vs. SMU, Nov. 6)
- Most consecutive Kickoff Returns for Touchdown on a team's opening Kickoff of two seasons - 2 - Barry SandersBarry SandersBarry Sanders is a former American football running back who spent all of his professional career with the Detroit Lions in the NFL. Sanders left the game just short of the all-time rushing record...
, Oklahoma St. (FBS) 1988 (100 yards vs. Miami,OH, Sept. 10) & 1987 (100 yards vs. Tulsa, Sept. 5) - Most Touchdowns Scored On Combined Kick Returns (Must Have at Least One Punt Return and One Kickoff Return)
- Career
- 13 - Larry Beavers, Wesley College, 2004-08 (3 punts, 10 kickoffs)
- 11 - Stephan Neville, Stonehill, 2008-12 (1 punt, 10 kickoffs)
- 8 - Cliff BranchCliff BranchCliff Branch is a retired American football wide receiver who spent his entire 14-year NFL career with the Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, winning three Super Bowl rings in Super Bowl XI, Super Bowl XV and Super Bowl XVIII...
, Colorado, 1970-71 (6 punts, 2 kickoffs) - 8 - Johnny RodgersJohnny RodgersJohnny Steven Rodgers is a former American college football player voted the University of Nebraska's "Player of the Century" and the winner of the 1972 Heisman Trophy.-College career:...
, Nebraska, 1970-72 (7 punts, 1 kickoff) - 8 - Derek AbneyDerek AbneyDerek Allen Abney is an American football wide receiver, currently a free agent.Abney was a star receiver/kick returner for the University of Kentucky. Abney left Kentucky with the second-most receiving yards in school history, and the second-most all-purpose yards in SEC history...
, Kentucky, 2000-03 (6 punts, 2 kickoffs) - 8 - Chad OwensChad OwensChad Owens is a professional American, Canadian and Arena football wide receiver and kick returner for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft...
, Hawaii, 2001-04 (6 punts, 2 kickoffs) - 8 - C.J. Spiller, Clemson, 2006-09 (7 kickoffs, 1 punt)
- 8 - Phillip LivasPhillip LivasPhillip Livas is an American football wide receiver for the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League. He was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2011. He played college football at Louisiana Tech....
, Louisiana Tech, 2007-10 (4 kickoffs, 4 punts) - Season - 6 - Derek AbneyDerek AbneyDerek Allen Abney is an American football wide receiver, currently a free agent.Abney was a star receiver/kick returner for the University of Kentucky. Abney left Kentucky with the second-most receiving yards in school history, and the second-most all-purpose yards in SEC history...
, Kentucky, 2002 (4 punts, 2 kickoffs) - 6 - Ashlan Davis, Tulsa, 2004 (5 kickoffs, 1 punt)
- Game - 2 - by several players; most recent: Derek Abney, Kentucky vs. Florida, Sept. 28, 2002
Field goals
- Career Field Goal Percentage - 89.5 - Alex HeneryAlex HeneryAlex Henery is an American football kicker for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League . He played college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, setting an NCAA record for field goal accuracy with a 89.5% success rate...
, Nebraska (FBS) 2007-10 - Career Field Goals - 87 - Billy Bennett, Georgia (FBS) 2000-03
- Season Field Goals - 31 - Billy Bennett, Georgia (FBS) 2003
- Longest Field Goals:
- 67 - Joe Williams, Wichita State vs. Southern Illinois (FBS) 1978
- 67 - Russell ErxlebenRussell ErxlebenRussell Erxleben is a former American football player and currency investor. He shares the record for the longest field goal in NCAA history, originally set in 1977 while playing for the University of Texas. Erxleben was a three-time All-America punter...
, Texas vs. Rice (FBS) 1977 - 67 - Steve LittleSteve Little (American football)Steven Richard Little was an American football kicker and punter in the National Football League for the St. Louis Cardinals. He is the third-highest drafted kicker in NFL history, with first highest pick being Charlie Gogolak of Princeton University and second being Russell Erxleben...
, Arkansas vs. Texas (FBS) 1977- Longest Field Goal without the use of a tee
- 65 - Martín GramáticaMartin GramaticaMartín Gramática is an Argentine-American former football placekicker.Gramática was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third round of the 1999 NFL Draft after playing college football at Kansas State, and has also been a member of the Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Dallas...
, Kansas State vs. Northern Illinois (FBS) 1998. Also the longest ever with the goal posts at their current width of 18 in 6 in (5.64 m).
Special Reference: Ove Johansson
Ove Johansson
Ove Claes Johansson, born March 31, 1948, in Gothenburg, Sweden, is a former American football placekicker and the current holder of the record for the longest field goal ever kicked during an American football game, at ....
, Abilene Christian
Abilene Christian University
Abilene Christian University is a private university located in Abilene, Texas, affiliated with Churches of Christ. ACU was founded in 1906, as Childers Classical Institute...
(not an NCAA member college at the time), kicked a 69-yard field goal against East Texas State (now Texas A&M–Commerce), Oct. 16, 1976.
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