Longest Play LNG

LNG stands for longest play in football. The longest single play of the kind the table counts: longest run on a rushing table, longest catch on a receiving table, longest completion for a passer, longest field goal for a kicker.

How LNG is calculated

The maximum, in yards. On ESPN a “t” after the number marks a play that went for a touchdown.

Unlike yards per carry, it is one play, so a single breakaway can put a backup at the top of the list.

What counts as a good LNG?

Half of the 199 qualified NFL players in 2026 were at or below 14. Clearing 36.4 put a season in the top tenth of the league.

Median: 14
Top 10%: 36.4
Leader: 76

By position, the median was 18 for RB, 17.5 for QB, 10 for WR and 2.5 for TE.

Qualified: 4+ games, non-zero, 2026 regular season.