NFL rushing leaders after Week 15

It looks like there will be a race to the finish between James Cook and Jonathan Taylor in the battle to lead the NFL in rushing.

What once seemed an insurmountable lead has crumbled much like the Indianapolis Colts' advantage in the AFC South. While Indy and Jonathan Taylor struggle, Buffalo and James Cook are hitting their top stride. After 15 weeks of the NFL season, Cook has closed to within 28 yards of Taylor. There are eight running backs who have rushed for more than 1,000 yards. With three games remaining, six more need 100 yards or fewer to reach the four-figure mark. So much for the running game being invisible.

10. Travis Etienne, Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. scores a rushing touchdown.

Rushing yards: 949

9. Rico Dowdle, Carolina Panthers

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle celebrates with quarterback Bryce Young after scoring a touchdown.

Rushing yards: 978

8. Kyren Williams, Los Angeles Rams

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams avoids a tackle by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey.

Rushing yards: 1,030

7. Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs celebrates a touchdown.

Rushing yards: 1,100

6. Javonte Williams, Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams scores a touchdown.

Rushing yards: 1,113

5. Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry.

Rushing yards: 1,125

4. Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson reacts with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. after running for a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers.

Rushing yards: 1,174

3. De'Von Achane, Miami Dolphins

De'Von Achane of the Miami Dolphins runs against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Rushing yards: 1,186

2. James Cook, Buffalo Bills

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook practices.

Rushing yards: 1,415

1. Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown.

Rushing yards: 1,443

This article originally appeared on The List Wire: NFL rushing leaders entering Week 16

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