WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - The legacy of Purdue Football continues to shine brightly in the NFL. Nine former Boilermakers showcased their incredible talent and determination in week six of the 2023-24 NFL season.
Raheem Mostert, the dynamic running back for the Miami Dolphins has electrified the NFL with a truly remarkable start to the season. With an unparalleled combination of speed, agility, and vision, Mostert has played a major role in the Dolphins success thus far. Through six weeks Mostert rushed for a league leading nine touchdowns while tacking on two receiving touchdowns for a league-leading 11 total touchdowns. Mostert also currently ranks seventh in rushing yards with 429 yards on only 75 attempts.
Mostert once again had an explosive outing on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers, rushing for 115 yards and two touchdowns on 17 attempts. He also brought in three receptions on three targets and one receiving touchdown.
Mostert's individual success has translated into team success for the Dolphins. His ability to move the chains, break away for long runs, and find the end zone has been a driving force behind the team's impressive start to the season. The Dolphins currently sit atop the AFC East at 5-1, tied for the best record in the NFL. Their run game accounts for a major part of their success, pacing the league in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns with the former Boilermaker leading the way.
Other Boilermakers in the NFL
• Derrick Barnes (Detroit) – One defensive tackle and one special teams tackle vs. Carolina
• George Karlaftis (Kansas City) – Three tackles, two solo, 0.5 sacks, one quarterback hit, two passes defended vs. Denver
• Ja'Whaun Bentley (New England) – Four tackles, three solo, two quarterback hits vs. Las Vegas
• Rondale Moore (Arizona) – Seven targets, four receptions, 30 receiving yards, three rushing attempts, negative four rushing yards vs. Los Angeles Rams
• David Bell (Cleveland) – Three targets, one six-yard reception vs. San Francisco, helping the Browns give the 49ers their first loss of the season
• Payne Durham (Tampa Bay) – One target, one eight-yard reception, played 28% of special teams snaps vs. Detroit
• Brycen Hopkins (Los Angeles Rams) – Played one offensive snap vs. Arizona
• Markus Bailey (Cincinnati) – Played one defensive snap and 70% of special teams snaps vs. Seattle
• Aiden O'Connell (Las Vegas) – Inactive
• Jalen Graham (San Francisco) – Inactive
• Charlie Jones (Cincinnati) – Injured Reserve
• Corey Trice (Pittsburgh) – Injured Reserve
• David Blough (Detroit) – Practice Squad
• Dennis Kelly (New York Jets) – Signed to Jets practice squad
Raheem Mostert, the dynamic running back for the Miami Dolphins has electrified the NFL with a truly remarkable start to the season. With an unparalleled combination of speed, agility, and vision, Mostert has played a major role in the Dolphins success thus far. Through six weeks Mostert rushed for a league leading nine touchdowns while tacking on two receiving touchdowns for a league-leading 11 total touchdowns. Mostert also currently ranks seventh in rushing yards with 429 yards on only 75 attempts.
Mostert once again had an explosive outing on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers, rushing for 115 yards and two touchdowns on 17 attempts. He also brought in three receptions on three targets and one receiving touchdown.
Completes the hat trick 🎩🎩🎩@RMos_8Ball is the 13th NFL player to have 11 TDs in the first 6 games of the season.
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball) October 15, 2023
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Mostert's individual success has translated into team success for the Dolphins. His ability to move the chains, break away for long runs, and find the end zone has been a driving force behind the team's impressive start to the season. The Dolphins currently sit atop the AFC East at 5-1, tied for the best record in the NFL. Their run game accounts for a major part of their success, pacing the league in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns with the former Boilermaker leading the way.
Other Boilermakers in the NFL
• Derrick Barnes (Detroit) – One defensive tackle and one special teams tackle vs. Carolina
• George Karlaftis (Kansas City) – Three tackles, two solo, 0.5 sacks, one quarterback hit, two passes defended vs. Denver
• Ja'Whaun Bentley (New England) – Four tackles, three solo, two quarterback hits vs. Las Vegas
• Rondale Moore (Arizona) – Seven targets, four receptions, 30 receiving yards, three rushing attempts, negative four rushing yards vs. Los Angeles Rams
• David Bell (Cleveland) – Three targets, one six-yard reception vs. San Francisco, helping the Browns give the 49ers their first loss of the season
• Payne Durham (Tampa Bay) – One target, one eight-yard reception, played 28% of special teams snaps vs. Detroit
• Brycen Hopkins (Los Angeles Rams) – Played one offensive snap vs. Arizona
• Markus Bailey (Cincinnati) – Played one defensive snap and 70% of special teams snaps vs. Seattle
• Aiden O'Connell (Las Vegas) – Inactive
• Jalen Graham (San Francisco) – Inactive
• Charlie Jones (Cincinnati) – Injured Reserve
• Corey Trice (Pittsburgh) – Injured Reserve
• David Blough (Detroit) – Practice Squad
• Dennis Kelly (New York Jets) – Signed to Jets practice squad