Back-up qb Earl Morrall hands off to fullback Larry Csonka during the Dolphins 1972 season. Morrall had been picked up for $100 by Don Shula when the Colts waived him. When starter Bob Griese went down in week 5 against the Chargers, Morrall responded by quarterbacking Miami to 9 straight regular season and 2 playoff victories. Csonka's 1117 rushing yards (and 5.2 YPC average) ranked 4th in the league.
Earl Morrall hands to Larry Csonka in 1972 | Miami Dolphins
It looks like only Spider Lockhart stand between Dolphins great Larry Csonka and a big gain as he blasts through the Giants defense, probably in 1972. Giants linebacker Ron Hornsby and Dolphin quarterback Earl Morrall are on the right.
Larry Csonka carries against the Giants Spider Lockhart and Ron Hornsby in 1972
The Dolphins Jim Kiick, Larry Csonka and Mercury Morris
With Mercury Morris in front, Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka heads into Vikings defense in Super Bowl VIII. Csonka finished with 145 yards a 2 touchdowns as the Dolphins rolled to their second straight NFL Title with a 24-7 win over the Vikings.
Larry Csonka & Mercury Morris vs Alan Page of the Vikings in Super Bowl VIII
Larry Little and Larry Csonka clear out Jet defensive players for Mercury Morris.
Larry Little and Larry Csonka clear the way for Mercury Morris
One of the most productive offensive backfields of the NFL during the 1970s, Jim Kiick, Mercury Morris and Larry Csonka of the Miami Dolphins.
Miami Dolphins Backfield - Jim Kiick, Mercury Morris and Larry Csonka
Larry Csonka, Mercury Morris and Jim Kiick - The Miami Dolphins Backfield
Dallas Cowboys All Pro Defensive end moves in to stop fullback Larry Csonka of the Giants in 1977.
Harvey Martin moves in to stop Larry Csonka of the NY Giants
Taken from a 1972 Sports Magazine - Miami Dolphins runners Jim Kiick and Larry Csonka depicted on playing cards - Kings of course.
Jim Kiick & Larry Csonka, Dolphins on Playing Cards as NFL Art
In 8 seasons Larry Csonka rushed for over 6737 yards and 53 touchdowns. Bob Kuechenberg spent 14 seasons there and started 176 games.
Larry Csonka and Bob Kuechenberg, 1973 Miami Dolphins
Dolphins bruiser Larry Csonka carries against the Eagles - probably in 1970.
Larry Csonka carries against the Eagles
It's the start of the 1973 NFL season and Larry Csonka and the Miami Dolphins are on the cover of Sports Illustrated. The Dolphins had just come off their historic undefeated season of 1972 and would repeat as NFL Champs with a win in Super Bowl VIII. Csonka would have his third straight 1,000 yard rushing season. Quarterback Bob Griese is in background.
Larry Csonka on the cover of Sports Illustrated, September 17, 1973
Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka dives over lineman Bob Kuechenberg (#67) and Bob DeMarco (#61) to score against Willie Lanier and the Kansas City Chiefs in the 1971 AFC playoffs.
The Dolphins Larry Csonka scores against Willie Lanier and the Chiefs in the 1971 AFC Playoffs
Larry Csonka turns upfield with Hall of Fame Guard Larry Little nearby. Csonka played a total of 8 seasons in Miami and is still the Dolphin's All Time leading rusher with 6737 yards and rusher touchdown scorer with 53.
Larry Csonka with Larry Little Blocking | Miami Dolphins
A determined Larry Csonka picks up yardage against the Houston Oilers defense. Also pictured are Oilere defenders Willie Parker (#74) and Pat Holmes (#79).
Larry Csonka carries against Pat Holmes & Willie Parker of the Houston Oilers
the leading All Time Leading Rusher in Dolphins history with 6737 yards and 54 rushing touchdowns.
Larry Csonka, Dolphins Fullback
Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka (#39) blasts over guard Bob Kuchenberg (#67) and past linebacker Willie Lanier (#63) to score on a 1-yard plunge during the 2nd quarter of the 1971 AFC Divisional Playoff round against the Kansas City Chiefs. Dolphins Quarterback Bob Griese (#12) stands in background and helps him with a little mental push. Also noted here are Chiefs lineman Arron Brown (#87) and veteran lineman Bob DeMarco (#61).
Larry Csonka scores against Kanas City in the 1971 AFC Playoffs
Larry Csonka, a portrait by American artist Merv Corning
A Larry Csonka Portrait by Merv Corning
From the Dolphin's Super Bowl VII victory in 1973 - Miami quarterback Bob Griese drops back as fullback Larry Csonka swings out to the flat.
Bob Griese drops back to pass in Super Bowl VII
Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka (#39) works to get away from Cowboys linebacker DD Lewis (#50)
Larry Csonka of the Dolphins & DD Lewis of the Cowboys
The MVP of Super Bowl VIII. Racked up 145 yards on 33 carries. Scored 2 touchdowns.
Larry Csonka Miami Dolphins Super Bowl VIII
Cowboy's defensive lineman Larry Cole (#63) gathers up a Bob Griese 4th quarter fumble in Dallas' 24-3 victory over the Dolphins in Super Bowl VI.
Larry Cole fumble recovery in Super Bowl VI
Larry Csonka of the Miami Dolphins - Hall of Fame Fullback
Saints-Dolphins 1974 action.
Joe Federspiel tackles Larry Csonka, 1974 Saints versus Dolphins
Larry Csonka, MVP of Super Bowl VIII, rips through the Minnesota Viking defense during the 24-7 Dolphins championship victory over the Vikings. Csonka had 2 touchdowns and 145 yards while averaging over 4 yards a carry. In the above pic safety Paul Krause (#22) hangs on desperately to bring the Dolphins' fullback down. Alan Page (#88) can only look on from the background.
Paul Krause & Alan Page Tackling Larry Csonka in Super Bowl VIII
Jim Marshall Tackles Larry Csonka
One of the NFL's most punishing runners in the history of professional football.
Miami Fullback Larry Csonka
Miami head coach Don Shula congratulates fullback Larry Csonka on becoming the first player in Dolphin team history to rush for 1000 yards. In 1971 Csonka rushed for 1051 yards averaging 5.4 yards a carry. His longest run of the year was 28 yards.
Larry Csonka has 1000 Yard Season
The Miami Dolphins All-Time Leading Rusher and All-Time Rushing Touchdown Leader.
8 seasons, 6737 yards, 53 rushing touchdowns.
Larry Csonka
The backfield tandem for the Miami Dolphins from 1968 to 1974. In 7 seasons Jim Kiick and Larry Csonka put up some pretty impressive numbers -
9544 total Rushing yards
70 Touchdowns
98.3 Average Yards per Game11,667 Total Yards from scrimmage
120.2 Average Yards-from-Scrimmage per game (97 games)
7 Pro Bowls
Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick
The Hall of Fame Guard blocks for fellow Hall of Famer Larry Csonka.
Larry Csonka gets behind Larry Little
In the 1970s, Larry Csonka was the very definition of power football. He rushed for over 8,000 yards in his 11-year career and averaged 4.3 yards a carry.
Larry Csonka Dolphins Fullback
The epitome of the hard-nose fullback - Larry Csonka was the face of the Miami Dolphins running game that won them 2 Super Bowls in the 1970s.
Larry Csonka, Miami Dolphins
Larry Csonka (#39) gets behind the blocking of Jim Kiick (#21) against the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl VIII. Csonka set a record for Super Bowl rushing yards with 145 and 2 touchdowns.
Fullback Larry Csonka and Halfback Jim Kiick Super Bowl
Super Bowl VIII MVP - Fullback Larry Csonka
Larry Csonka Super Bowl MVP
In 8 season with the Miami Dolphins Larry Csonka gained 6737 yards and scored 53 touchdowns on the ground.
Larry Csonka Hall of Fam Dolphin Runner
The MVP of Super Bowl VIII carries against the vaunted defense of the Minnesota Vikings. Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka set Super Bowl records with 33 carries, 145 yards and 2 touchdowns against one of the top ranked defenses in the NFL at the time. Dolphins offensive lineman Bob Keuchenburg (#67) and Larry Little (#66) lead the way. Tight End Jim Mandich (#88) gets a block on Viking great Jim Marshall (#70)
Miami Dolphins Larry Csonka Runs Against the Minnesota Vikings
Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka runs around linebacker Andy Russell of the Pittsburgh Steelers
Larry Csonka eludes Steelers Linebacker Andy Russell
Larry Csonka played 3 seasons for the Giants. From 1976 to 1978
Larry Csonka, Giants 1976-1978
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The productive backfield of the Miami Dolphins from 1968-1972, Fullback Larry Csonka (#39) and Half-back JIm Kiick (#21).
Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
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Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
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Larry Csonka
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
Larry Csonka
Larry Csonka
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
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Larry Csonka
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
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After a brief stay in the World Football league Larry Csonka joined the New York Giants in 1976 and spent 3 seasons there.
Larry Csonka New York Giants
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Larry Csonka
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
Larry Csonka
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
Larry Csonka
Graduate of Syracuse in 1968, Csonka was a First Round Draft Pick of the Dolphins and the 8th overall pick that year. Played 11 years in the NFL and ruched for 64 touchdowns and over 8000 yards in that time. 5 times selected to the Pro Bowl. Named the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Was named to the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
Larry Csonka
Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman 1967-1981 for the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears set to tackle Hall of Fame Miami Dolphin Runner Larry Csonka
Alan Page vs Larry Csonka
