Quiz: Most Touchdowns by NFL Franchise – Can You Name Them All?
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The Pro Football Hall of Fame will welcome its Class of 2026 on Thursday in Canton, Ohio, immortalizing five legends who defined their eras. Among them, wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, linebacker Luke Kuechly, quarterback Drew Brees, running back Roger Craig, and kicker Adam Vinatieri will take their rightful places in football immortality. The induction ceremony is a highlight of the NFL offseason, but it also sets the stage for the Hall of Fame Game, which will feature the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers – both former teams of Fitzgerald and Kuechly.
Fitzgerald's career with the Cardinals is a story of consistency and excellence. Drafted third overall in 2004 out of Pittsburgh, he spent all 17 seasons in Arizona. He led the NFL in receptions in 2005 with 103, and notched nine 1,000-yard seasons. His 11 Pro Bowl selections and two league-leading touchdown catch seasons (2008, 2009) underscore his dominance. In Super Bowl XLIII, he caught 127 yards and two touchdowns, but the Cardinals fell to the Steelers. Fitzgerald retired as the Cardinals' all-time leader in receptions (1,432), yards (17,492), and touchdowns (121). His receiving yards are second only to Jerry Rice in NFL history.
That 121 touchdowns are not just the most receiving touchdowns in Cardinals history – they are the most non-passing touchdowns by any player for the franchise. This fact inspired a quiz: Can you name the player with the most career touchdowns for each NFL team? The list includes some of the greatest names in football history.
For the Arizona Cardinals, it's Larry Fitzgerald with 121. The Atlanta Falcons' top scorer is Roddy White with 63. The Baltimore Ravens' record belongs to tight end Mark Andrews with 57. The Buffalo Bills have a tie between Andre Reed and Thurman Thomas, both with 87. The Carolina Panthers are led by Steve Smith with 75. The Chicago Bears' legendary Walter Payton holds the mark at 125. Cincinnati Bengals fans will point to Pete Johnson with 70. The Cleveland Browns' Jim Brown reigns with 126. The Dallas Cowboys' Emmitt Smith tops the list with 164. The Denver Broncos' Rod Smith has 71. The Detroit Lions' Barry Sanders scored 109. The Green Bay Packers' Don Hutson has 105. The Houston Texans' Arian Foster leads with 68. The Indianapolis Colts' Marvin Harrison has 128. The Jacksonville Jaguars' Maurice Jones-Drew has 81. The Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce has 85. The Los Angeles Chargers (formerly San Diego) are led by LaDainian Tomlinson with 153. The Los Angeles Rams' Marshall Faulk has 85. The Las Vegas Raiders' Tim Brown recorded 104. The Miami Dolphins' Mark Clayton has 82. The Minnesota Vikings' Cris Carter has 110. The New England Patriots' Rob Gronkowski has 80. The New Orleans Saints' Alvin Kamara has 87. The New York Giants' Frank Gifford has 78. The New York Jets' Don Maynard has 88. The Philadelphia Eagles' Harold Carmichael has 79. The Pittsburgh Steelers' Franco Harris has 100. The Seattle Seahawks' Shaun Alexander has 112. The San Francisco 49ers' Jerry Rice has 187 – the highest of any team. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Mike Evans has 109. The Tennessee Titans' Derrick Henry has 93. The Washington Commanders' Charley Taylor has 90.
Each of these players left an indelible mark on their franchise. The quiz challenges fans to recall these legends, from the early days of the NFL to the modern era. It's a test of memory and football knowledge.
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Article commentary
This quiz highlights the rich history of scoring in the NFL, revealing how different positions can dominate. Running backs like Emmitt Smith and Jim Brown hold multiple records, but wide receivers like Jerry Rice and Larry Fitzgerald prove that passing offenses have redefined the game. The list also shows the evolution of the league, with tight ends like Travis Kelce and Mark Andrews representing modern offensive versatility. Such quizzes not only test knowledge but also celebrate the players who shaped their franchises. The Hall of Fame induction adds a timely backdrop, reminding us that greatness is measured in touchdowns and legacies.