NFL in the 1980s: Every Statistical Leader
Who totalled the most of everything the NFL records between 1980 and 1989.
Defense
| Category | Leader | 1980s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interceptions | Ronnie Lott | 48 | 9 |
| Defensive Touchdowns | Ronnie Lott | 5 | 9 |
Kicking
| Category | Leader | 1980s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Goals Made | Nick Lowery | 225 | 10 |
| Points Scored | Nick Lowery | 1,006 | 10 |
| Field Goals Attempted | Nick Lowery | 290 | 10 |
| Extra Points Made | Jim Breech | 377 | 10 |
Passing
| Category | Leader | 1980s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passing Yards | Joe Montana | 30,958 | 10 |
| Passing Touchdowns | Dan Marino | 220 | 7 |
| Completions | Joe Montana | 2,580 | 10 |
| Pass Attempts | Joe Montana | 4,036 | 10 |
| Interceptions Thrown | Dan Fouts | 141 | 8 |
Receiving
| Category | Leader | 1980s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Receiving Yards | James Lofton | 9,465 | 10 |
| Receptions | Art Monk | 662 | 10 |
| Receiving Touchdowns | Steve Largent | 69 | 10 |
| Yards from Scrimmage | Walter Payton | 12,914 | 8 |
Rushing
| Category | Leader | 1980s total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards | Eric Dickerson | 11,226 | 7 |
| Rushing Touchdowns | Eric Dickerson | 82 | 7 |
| Rushing Attempts | Eric Dickerson | 2,450 | 7 |