Barry Sanders Mini-Movie: Electricity With the Ball!
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To this date, Barry Sanders is still the best NFL running back that there has ever been.
Have you ever heard of Walter Payton? I like them both.
Jim Brown
Barry is definitely my favorite RB of all time, but I would have to say Jim Brown was the greatest.
@@stevebailey3962 Yes. Barry just squeaks by Walter, but no doubt Walter was extraordinary. He was actually my mom's favorite football player ever, haha.
@@el.aye.bee.4477 Jim Brown is top 3 for sure. It's just that Barry was great all by himself; he virtually had no support; he was the Lions' offense. This mini-documentary alone speaks for itself.
He retired before he got seriously hurt. He went to work at his family's business. Played football, made money left on his own terms. Truly a very smart man.
@Steven Torrez He quit because of the Lions being so inept.
My cousin went to the same church as a lineman that played with Barry. He said Barry had a problem with the Ford family's mentality with running the football team. The Ford's ran the team the same way they ran the car company. The Ford's were not out to build a great world class car only a few could afford. They were out to make a good USA car everyone could afford. They treated the Lions the same way. Don't build a great team with high dollar marque players that only a few could pay to see. They just wanted pay for a few good marque players (1quarterback/1 running back/1 wide receiver) everyone could pay to see. That cancer mentality permeated to the locker room. The players would then say to Barry....don't kill yourself trying to win games when the pay is the same whether you win or lose. Barry would put in 110% while other players just showed up to just play. That drove Barry nuts......and he walked away.
❤yes he's a bad man 🎉😮😮😮
When you’re the “one dimension” on a “one dimensional” team , the entire defense is focused on you , and they STILL cant stop you !! You’re the goat !
@Steven Torrez 😮 lame you can't hold his jock strap 😊😅😂❤❤❤
Barry Sanders is the best running back I have ever seen. I wished he played another five years. He was humble, he was class. Nobody did it better.
The greatest first step. The greatest vision. The greatest acceleration. The greatest stop, start. The greatest cutback. The greatest spin moves. The greatest juke moves. The greatest lateral movement. The greatest balance. The greatest elusiveness. The greatest RB CPU. The GREATEST, GREATEST, GREATEST!
plus....he never got hurt...and i dont think he fumbled 5 times his whole career.
I agree!
you did a pretty good job there elucidating. i added above his " contact " . often set himself up to meet the momentum of the other so he could bounce off and keep his feet. definitely unique with Barry.
@@randallrhoads3271 19 times rushing, lost 11 of them. 3 receiving, lost 2. Total 22 fumbles and lost 13. Over 10 years. He coughed the ball up a little over once a year. While touching the ball 300 to 400 times a year. He did throw 2 INTs tho. Can't do everything I guess.
The 90's had probably the deepest pool of running back talent ever. Terrell Davis, Curtis Martin, Marshall Faulk, Emmitt Smith, Thurman Thomas, and Jerome Bettis. All of them hall of famers from this decade. Yet none of them were on Barry's level. He was that damn good!
Thurman Thomas & Barry Sanders actually played on the same team in college. I'm sure if they where on the field at same time though.
@@dontlietomegivemethetruth2175 best compliment Barry ever got was Switzer telling his Sooners, not to injure Thomas otherwise they'll have to deal with a freshman Sanders
Barry was so good in college he only started one year and broke like 40 NCAA records lol
Crazy how we all forget about a 2k yard rusher in that pool (Thurman).
the only one I can say that was close to Barry was Emmitt Smith
I’ll just say this, Barry was the most dynamic running back I have ever seen. And I am a Bears fan, Walter Payton was my childhood hero, but Barry was just magic.
I think the three greatest running backs ever are Walter Payton, Jim Brown and Barry Sanders. It's hard to choose which is the the best of them since they all had some qualities the others didn't. No one had the pure power and strength that Jim Brown had. Walter Payton was great at everything, including blocking. And no one was more elusive and electrifying as Barry Sanders. Growing up in Detroit, I favor Barry, but certainly I wouldn't disagree with arguments for the other two. BTW, I still think it was pretty sh!tty of Ditka not to hand off the ball to Sweetness instead of the Fridge for his touchdown in the Superbowl.
@@ronalddelrosario7405 Thank you! You're the first person I've ever heard mention that. I was pissed at Ditka for not letting Walter Payton score those 2 touchdowns in the Superbowl. It was almost as if Ditka had a grudge against Payton.
I am a die-hard Bears and Payton fan....and as much as it kills me ....BARRY was better. I have never seen a running back do what he did.....too bad we didnt have him after Payton left!!
Indeed I'm born in Chicago too.. Barry is the GOAT
@@GraceNDaPlace Walter is my favorite all-around player ever (and I am a Packer fan) but in terms of sheer running ability the only player I ever saw that I think could match Barry was Gale Sayers in his prime.
He had it all, power, elusiveness and unbelievable acceleration. And he had humility and class on top of it all. Truly an amazing player.
I don't know if it took him 3 steps to full speed or not, but it sure looked like it. He could be 10 yards down the field before you could blink.
Score a touch down and no show boating. Just toss the ball to the reff. I'm so glad I got to grow up with him on my home team.
@@DTownFresh82 You and me both..i watched the games simply just to watch him. Never knew humans could move like that.
What's amazing is that Barry was so great that even his opponents had to marvel over him just as the fans did, because he was just that great
god i love class ...
He also has the greatest endzone celebration of all time. It's called the "Act Like Ya Been There".
You know, as a kid I idolized Franco and OJ. As I grew older there were a few more that I had tremendous respect for along the way, Walter, Emmitt, Marshall. Enjoyed the tapes of Jim and Gayle. Adrian, to me, is the most complete running back ever! Combo of brute power, great speed, quickness, acceleration unrivaled. You can't draw them up better than Adrian. But still Barry, for his extraordinary talent of elusiveness, start
@@markc4568 A.P. Was one of a kind. Walter strong, Barry quicks and Ray Lewis mean. I hate the Viqueens ( Bears fan) but I watched every Moss catch with awe and appreciated every Peterson run. Linebackers were scared of him. He’d make you look stupid, then kill you then outrun your DBs. Definitely in my ever rotating top three with Payton and Sanders.
And will be there again!
Never an ACL tear. Nowadays, so many players seem to get torn ACLs. Barry changed direction a lot. He must have put great pressure on his ankles and knees during his cuts.
...and will be again.
His balance, cutting ability, and acceleration was otherworldly. Stopping on a dime like it's nothing
CAN'T FORGET ABOUT TONY DORSETT, HE WAS A TRUE RUNNING BACK FOR THE COWBOYS...
Barry's straight line speed was trash. So for me to say he is the best running back of all time shows how good his attributes you just mentioned really were.
@@mchapman2424 He was definitely not the fastest, not the biggest or toughest at breaking lines and tackles, wasn't even remotely close to the most successful, but nobody ran the ball like him.
# COACHES LOVED EMMITT video game Fans loved Barry WHY - one knew the value of running for 2 yards and getting a first down, the other was always looking for a home run his own coaches proved this by removing him on goal line situations because he ended losing yards in most cases. any play over 3 secs, 5 tops physically wore down the offensive line, they become sloppy / holding, tripping penalties crept up, meanwhile Barry was still dancing in the back field the cowboys use to pass the ball till they get to 5 yard line, then bring in Emmitt to close the deal
agreed
When John Madden says there might be a better running back, "but I've never seen him" you just know your watching greatness!! What a honor it was to watch him play! The kinda sports figure it was so easy to look up too!!
facts
Sanders was unstoppable on Madden '92 for sure.
I believe he's the only player who can go to NY draft and get cheered....that I've seen
I miss John Madden. He was a great guy...I fondly remember him when I was a kid and watching football with my dad. RIP, coach.
@@meziahdanieljolley8842 Same here man, same here. I really love John Madden,. It's an understatement how great he was. He was literally a big part of the soundtrack, of my childhood.
As a lifelong Packer fan I can say Ive never rooted for an opponent player more than Barry. Simply the GOAT
Kinda wish we had picked him up in the 87 draft. Can you imagine the mid to late 90s Packers? Favre, Sanders, Brooks, Freeman, Levens, Butler, Sharpe, White, McKenzie, and Brown. That's digusting!
Very classy much respect to you bud.
That move on Reggie, the GOAT defensive lineman. You know Reggie was licking his chops, and Barry became vapor.
"There is no footage of his decline." Damn, that's the TRUTH, RUTH! 💪
10 years 15,000 yards
Once.emmit smith made a commercial with Alf. I knew he was on the decline. Poor Giants Shaquon Barkley after that 2nd year injury, he hasnt looked the same. His rookie year he was the closest RB to look like Sanders in long time. Durability is a rare thing in the NFL , even with the rule changes . A good clean hit is unnecessary roughness now.
Show me better highlight video of 1 player..hatin ass
the absolute truth!
🎯 there is no bad footage of him in history from pop Warner to the pros
On and off the field...a gentleman. Arguably the best player on the field on any given Sunday, yet you would never know it from the humility he exhibited. A professional gentleman.
In todays world of spoiled jerk athletes? He stands alone. Just another reason he was the absolute greatest!!!
Yes he sure was, he also displayed that side of himself on the field as he would hand over the ball to the refs. Remarkable Dude!
The best running back ever. Period.
Not
@@jordanlamont2365 True
I’ve seen so many videos like these about Barry Sanders. They never get old. He was the best running back Ever.
Top 5 Player too.
I gotta give Barry 2nd & Walter Peyton 1st
Barry was INCREDIBLE! As much as I loved him. I still believe that Bo Jackson, was the best running back ever!
# COACHES LOVED EMMITT video game Fans loved Barry WHY - one knew the value of running for 2 yards and getting a first down, the other was always looking for a home run his own coaches proved this by removing him on goal line situations because he ended losing yards in most cases. any play over 3 secs, 5 tops physically wore down the offensive line, they become sloppy / holding, tripping penalties crept up, meanwhile Barry was still dancing in the back field the cowboys use to pass the ball till they get to 5 yard line, then bring in Emmitt to close the deal
Bobby Ross (coach) prevented Barry from breaking Eric Dickerson‘s record, 1997 season. Barry had 70 yards the first two games. Refuse to give him the carries until game 3. That’s when history was made. 🏈
I can’t imagine what it was like for Barry to carry 50 200-pound guys on his back for 10 years. No wonder he retired so early. He must have been exhausted. Best running back of all time IMO.
How cam he be the best he won nothing for all his talent he couldnt win went to playoffs twice and lost. Walter Payton is the greatest rb of all time
@@sactownsteelers6748 Accolade wise is Walter Payton but skill wise is Barry, plus he was on the lions.🫤
@@sactownsteelers6748 Barry is the best. Walter Payton's 1 Super Bowl ring came off the back of one the greatest defenses in NFL history. Walter was a great player of many on his team. Barry was the team. Plus Barry was that good in college (D1) as well. By your logic then Emmitt Smith should be the greatest. He has more rings & playoff wins ( don't know anyone counting wins & loses for a team because of a running back) than both of them combined.
@@sactownsteelers6748 because there’s 11 guys on offense that affect the game. He is easily the best to ever do it
@@sactownsteelers6748 I'm 27 & wish i got to witness Sanders.
My dad had a job where salesmen would give him Lions tickets. Him and mom would take the box seats and us kids got the stadium seats. Watching him in person was so electric, you never knew when he was going to break a long run, you just knew he was going to. Great man. Grateful I got to see him play.
I love that your folks enjoyed the box and made you kids sit out in the stadium lol. That is great. That means they knew you would be well-behaved, a luxury of good parents. Such a win-win, too, because you kids probably had a blast too. Did they give you an allowance for snacks? What was your go-to? Just watched Home Alone yesterday...The parents sat first class and the kids in coach. Yes! We are doing us for once, kids, sit in the back, be quiet and behave yourself.
@@ejl169 It seems that my childhood was very idyllic. Seemed normal to us kids at the time, but when I moved across the country, I heard some real horror stories! I'll always cherish my midwestern upbringing! Ps, nachos, hotdogs, pretzels. Yum!
I’ve driven from NY numerous times to see the 8th wonder of the world in Pontiac. Mold broken!
I can't even imagine how fast Barry Sanders would be in person. Its one thing to see it on tv. But to witness that type of speed and acceleration in real life must have been a joy to watch.
I saw him run an 80-yd touchdown in Giants stadium once. Truly incredible man. I haven't seen anyone run like that ever since
...and you won't 😊💯👍cheers🍻🍺🍻
I was so lucky to see Barry in person at the Silverdome at least 5+ times. (Saw him break 2Kyds live too) When I was a kid I thought I was Walter Payton but I watched Barry live one Thanksgiving Day just absolutely destroying the Bears defense no matter how bad the rest of the offense and defense tried to give it away. I'm sure I thoroughly confused everybody when as I was wearing the "Mike Ditka" Bears sweater I would jump and start cheering when it became apparent that Barry was slaughtering the defense and on his way to the endzone. Nobody had the footwork wizardy of Barry. Ever.
I paid good money for the sole reason to see this man run the ball. Twice.
His best trait of all........ Humility. One great humble man.
Vison was his best trait.
@@GLvoice I think his humility gave him the vision. His interviews are great. He is a gracious, humble man, instantly likeable. Eisen's interviews get him to give a little more, he did enjoy some of those runs.
I watched Sanders from his record breaking Junior season at OK St., through his entire career with the Lions.. No one will ever convince me Sanders wasn't the best RB ever.. He's definitely the best I've ever seen. No disrespect to anyone, but Sanders was legendary...
no way smith had more speed power and never had 10 yards in a playoff game
@@tomchow82 Emmit had a HOF QB, HOF WR and the greatest O-line in the history of the NFL helping him out.
@@tomchow82vs. Packers, right?
@@cameronlinn4099 don't forget an All-Pro TE too
The best running back I've ever seen was Jim Brown. The second best was Barry Sanders without any kind of doubt
As a lifelong Packers fan, I'll have no problem arguing Barry is the absolute GOAT. Despite the frustration you couldn't hate the guy and knew you were watching something special
As a Lions fan, I feel the same about Brett Favre
Barry's opponents marvelled over his greatness as much as the fans did. He was just that great
i saw that clearly when he made a touchdown and the tackler held him up from falling. god bless.
Barry's biggest flex is that EVERYBODY looks at Emmitt's all-time rushing record, shrugs, and says, "Well, Barry..."🤣
1 playoff win in his career he is not a champion Emmitt has 18 playoff wins and 3 Super Bowl titles.even with that big nose he never sniffed a championship game.
@@rustyshakelford9777 Wow such hate and disrespect towards Barry. Barry is a nice guy something you might want to try.
Smith deserved what he got. he was a very very intelligent running back. but Barry was better as a pure runner . football is a team game - pretty obvious.
@@terrenceolivido741 I thought they put just the running back on the field and like one other guy on the other side then blew a whistle and said GO! Now I find its some kind of team sport? What was I thinking?
@@rustyshakelford9777 put Barry on the Cowboys, then put Emmitt on the Lions. Let's compare notes after that.
Barry Sanders is one of those iconic players that stats don't tell the whole story dude was unbelievable 💯
The stats tell it. It's wins & loses that don't tell whole story. Give him Emmitt Smith's offensive line at Dallas. Give him a defense that's worth mentioning. Hell, an above average QB.
@@dontlietomegivemethetruth2175 stats don't say everything because there were plenty goal line situations that they took Barry out because they didn't want him to get injured for just a yard, so we know he would of had more TD's & if he kept playing he would of had 20,000 + yards rushing..
@@UnKnown-nq5hj I was responding to another comment that I see has been removed. I agree & know with your comment. The other comment was attempting to be disrespectful towards Barry.
@@dontlietomegivemethetruth2175 All the Lions needed was an above average QB, they had everything else.
@@artmeddaugh6669 That & at least another good offensive lineman.
I watched Barry’s whole career and I’m a Packers fan he’s the greatest running back I’ve ever seen unbelievable😮
Agree as a Fan and an Owner of the Greatest Franchise in All of Sports! Go Pack Go!!!!
@@d.s.5807 that would be the 49ers ,ask them who the best franchise of all time is .
@@izuki1245 HaHaHaHa 49ers don't even rank as a top 5 however the Packers are the undisputed #1 Champion
Remember barry sander negitive yards against green bay playoff games 90s
Same here. Born a Packers fan, will die a Packers fan. But Barry Sanders talent was undeniable. Even if he was playing against my Pack.
No matter how many times I watch his runs, he never fails to amaze me. Every run jaw dropping, just stunning without question the GOAT
10 years as an NFL running back is unheard of in today's NFL especially with one team. He definitely put in the work.
He did this with every team knowing he was getting the ball. Craziest and best highlight reel imaginable.
😆
# COACHES LOVED EMMITT video game Fans loved Barry WHY - one knew the value of running for 2 yards and getting a first down, the other was always looking for a home run his own coaches proved this by removing him on goal line situations because he ended losing yards in most cases. any play over 3 secs, 5 tops physically wore down the offensive line, they become sloppy / holding, tripping penalties crept up, meanwhile Barry was still dancing in the back field the cowboys use to pass the ball till they get to 5 yard line, then bring in Emmitt to close the deal
@@johncapo2843 yea. They wouldn’t show stuff like that in a highlight reel obviously but it makes sense. Look at leveon bell. When he had a good offensive line holy shit he was good. But with a bad one he got stopped in the backfield a record amount of times. I’m a cowboys fan btw and the emmitt comment makes a lot of sense and is the reason I still believe Ezekiel Elliott isn’t done but I would love to see him be the short yardage back to see what pollard could do.
Barry is the reason 90s kids like myself had a tiny soft spot for the lions🤣🤣🤣
He's the reason the lions are my team...................dammit, it was great watching him play though.
Facts!!!!!
BRUHHH!! HAHAHAHA This is FACTS!!
Facts
Lions were must-watch-TV during the 90s.
I remember watching him as a kid. The best running back I have ever seen, even to this day. He should have multiple Super Bowl rings.
Best running back, EVER! He did so much with so little. There will never be another.
All them touchdowns and no celebrations. Dude was all class and the epitome of "act like you've been there before"
I was at every Tampa game and when he got the second 80+ yard run in 97, we gave him a standing ovation. We respected the talent and that he was a class act. No idiotic trash talking. Just dominance.
I remember that game just flip the ball to the ref
We got him back in the playoffs though. But yeah, agreed on all counts. It's damned hard to not like Barry.
@@Elthenar Good point! I was there. It was our first playoff win in 14 or 15 years!
wow, what great fans ! never forget all the fans are really one with the players. the fans are " heroes " in their own right. the fans help make the players great.
The lateral agility god. In today's NFL he would catch 100 balls a year and be even more devastating than he was in the 90s
I still to this day say, I did see the best running back in the NFL…Ever! Thank you Barry. It was a pleasure watching you especially inside the Silverdome. The decibel level of 70,000 cheering you on was incredible. Barry is a once in a lifetime gift for all to have enjoyed and we Thank you!
Tackling Barry is like trying to tackle a hyper dog after a doorbell ring
Or like trying to tackle a ballon on a windy day.
That's 12" and 10 lb.
Like trying to pick up a puddle of mercury with boxing gloves
I have one of those. Gotta get em early...
Like chasing cocaine
Sanders had that low center of gravity, the float step where he just paused and defenders would fly by and then he could also change direction on a dime and give you nine cents change. So glad I got to see him play.
He probably made more DBs tear their ACLs then any other running back.
Change direction on a dime and give you 9 cents change....hope i get to use this phrase in my lifetime.
"Goodbye, hello, where are you, thank you." Thank you Barry. The greatest running back to every play.
This is the video and sound of NFL footnball in my youth. Barry Sanders making the D look silly and John Madden with the colourful commentary....
He was electric, breathtaking, beautiful to watch. I'm a 75 year old Lions fan. I've never seen anything like it, and I surely never will again. I've seen film of opponents defenses in the locker room laughing at each other's futile attempts to tackle him! And finally, what humility and class. I'm taking all of my highlight films to heaven. Thank you, Barry.
I’m so very honored to say, I got to watch this guy play. What a privilege it was to see him live.
You and me both. He was awesome.
He used to give me seizure every single time he touch the ball. Vikings fan here.
@@o.i.c.uvanish9169 ya seeing that guy was so special. A true one of a kind phenom lol. MN the stuff he did.
@@trythinking6676 ya watching this video was an amazing highlight real. Best highlight video ever :) 👍👏
Met him and Eric Metcalf at an autograph signing in 1991, still my favorite player👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
As a diehard NE fan it was my distinct privilege to watch Barry every Thanksgiving. All do respect to JB and Emmit but this guy is the greatest to ever play that position. His humble demeanor only adds to his legacy.
i miss 90s
From all of us: Thank you Barry! You will never be duplicated. You were my first favorite NFL player and to this day the reason I remain a Detroit Lions fan. 👏
I was watching this and kept asking myself how many hall of famers missed tackles on Barry? I'm a life-long Chiefs fan but Barry is still my all-time favorite running back, his highlights still make me shake my head in disbelief as to how quickly he could start and stop and change direction on a dime., Absolute joy to watch, even 25 years later.
Balanced Spirit, Mind, Body. I listened while he spoke. He knew he had talent , And he knew he was Blessed as football player . Most importantly, he was a born again Christian.
Well ya nobody has ever been a lions fan yet anyone who ever watched Barry play wanted to be a lions fan, including me
Yes ikr, First ballot HOF’s at that. Reggie White, Rod Woodson, Derrick Brooks, John Lynch, Bubba Baker, Ken Norton, Charles Haley etc. etc.. Only he could make these players look average at best.
ABSOLUTELY agree!!! KC baby!!! Two more rings minimum before Mahomes is done and Barry Sanders BEST running back EVER!!! Waited my whole life to at least say I have SEEN the Chiefs win a super bowl!!!
Regardless of what his father would say, but Barry Sanders is the greatest running back to play the game. Not only did he play for a famously bad team, he was their whole offense for a good time and they still couldn't stop him. I'm a die hard Packers fan, but man did I love watching Barry play, even if he was running all over my team. He was so good he'd make the opposing team applaud his accomplishments out of sheer amazement. That's next level.
I never understood why they passed on Barry and elected to take Mandrich,he was an excellent run blocker but not so much for pass blocking.
@@erikrivas5376 me either, it'll always be one of those "what if" moments lol.
For me, it wasn't just the directional changes that made him elusive, but the variability in speed. So much patience letting holes develop or defenders over-commit.
That game against the Colts, Rodney Peete hands the ball to Barry at the 25 yard line of scrimmage, then signals touchdown with 25 yards left for Barry to run. Amazing!
I would have had my hands up too. They were 3 players shy on that side of the field. 3 ain't going to do it. It was nice of Barry to reverse field and check on the DT he just injured.
Can you imagine the the passing yards a team can get off of play-action if he played in today's game.
Just imagine what the Lions could have been if Barry had been able to play with Stafford and Megatron. 😁
@@drtidrow They would have been unstoppable!
@@alaricsanford4301 No team is unstoppable without an offensive line and a 26th and below ranked defense in literally every category. They'd be a wild card team at best just like the Lions were in the 90s.
@@alaricsanford4301 hahaha completely ignore the other 20 positions of football, some of which wayyyy more important than wr and rb
Could you imagine if he played on the patriot teams in the 2000s with Brady? Holy cow.
I can’t believe that I had the honor of seeing Barry Sanders run live. Every Thanksgiving, as a child, my family attended the Lion’s game for years in the 90’s. I still remember a sweep he did almost end zone to end zone against the Browns that I saw with my own eyes. He was the absolute best running back ever. And he did it on the Lion’s, one of the worse teams in the NFL.
I’m from Cleveland, I don’t appreciate him doing that to us.
Nowadays, there's no way a contender doesn't pick him up, or, The Lions build a team around him. Very different are these times.
That’s Awesome
Ayye what's wrong with the Lions?
@@Politickticktickin other than they were crappy?
"He left no record of his decline. There is only a highlight reel." Best way to sum up Barry and why he was the best ever at his position
Loved growing up in Michigan watching him play. One of the best athletes ever in any sport.
Best running back ever, playing on mediocre teams where opponents knew he was getting the ball half the time. Despite all that, he amassed fantastic numbers.
they even figured out, when he wasn't getting the ball by if his mouthpeice was hanging out or not.
@@LastbutNotFirst that true? Never heard that one before. I know he started wearing that visor on his facemask because some defensive players were trying to poke at his eyes.
There’s just never really been another player who’s legs worked the same way Barry’s did. His agility and acceleration off that agility is just unmatched. Factor in his humble manner and you truly get a once in a lifetime athlete.
lesean mccoy
# COACHES LOVED EMMITT video game Fans loved Barry WHY - one knew the value of running for 2 yards and getting a first down, the other was always looking for a home run his own coaches proved this by removing him on goal line situations because he ended losing yards in most cases. any play over 3 secs, 5 tops physically wore down the offensive line, they become sloppy / holding, tripping penalties crept up, meanwhile Barry was still dancing in the back field the cowboys use to pass the ball till they get to 5 yard line, then bring in Emmitt to close the deal
@@johncapo2843 Nah Barry was the better player. He had plenty of straight forward runs but he didn't have the team that Emmitt had. He didn't have the best line in football (in fact there were some years where the line was outright terrible). He didn't have a good head coach and he didn't have the luxury of not getting hit until he was 2-3 yards past the line of scrimmage. Despite that he had more rushing titles than Emmitt, averaged way more yards per season and per carry and had a 2000 yard season. If he played for the Cowboys he would have put up video game numbers.
He's like the one guy that when he makes your team look stupid u don't even get mad u just shrug smile and say "welp that's Barry."
I can watch Barry's highlights all day. The most exciting running back to play the game.
He definitely deserves a spot on the Mt. Rushmore of football
he would be the only one.
No drama, no dancing in the endzone, no over the top celebration, just class.
And humility
Yep, and today we just have a bunch of grown azz men wanting to act a fool like crazed monkeys after the every play (a hit, a tackle, an interception, a td, etc)
Not all of Barry’s runs were stellar, but the fact that this compilation is 21 minutes long is really compelling. I seriously doubt any running back can fill up 5 minutes. He was taught by his dad to always hand the ball to an official after a TD… and Barry always obliged… every time… no matter how exciting was the run. Class… humbleness.
I watched him his whole career and I never even saw him Spike the ball. Ever. Just turned and found the referee and handed it to him
like someone on the video mentioned, he just made 8 elite, well paid professional athlete's look like children trying to catch him, what's the point of spiking the ball after that? he did it so often, but the real reason it just wasn't his personality
Thank you Mr. Sanders. It was an honor to watch you. Hands down the GREATEST EVER!
Nobody has ever seen Barry decline. Crazy to me he didnt go one more season, but to be that great Barry knew his physical and mental state. Forget the record. Look how healthy and good he looks today. Teaching and giving other youth his knowledge
No other RB that has the toughness, elusiveness, speed and quickness to dash through tacklers than Barry Sanders
WALTER PAYTON BUT I GET WHAT YOU SAYING
Sorry to bring you people to reality Walter Payton did it gor 16 years won a SB this dude 2as great but he quit
@@sactownsteelers6748 13 years is what Walter did. Not 16. I'll remind you again, Walter's 1 Super Bowl win came off the backs of one the greatest defenses in NFL history. Trent Dilfer has 1( defense) Joe Flacco has 1 ( defense) Jerome Bettis has 1 ( all around team) Eric Dickerson 0, but is considered by many as better. Do you see where I'm going with this?
@@sactownsteelers6748 He retired. He still had his health, knew the team wasn't going to get better, didn't want to play for another team, and didn't give a damn about breaking records. Don't talk about shit you don't understand.
@@bigwitt187 everything you said is true, but the last point. Barry did wanna receive a chance to go to a contender, but they held him hostage.
Barry Sanders and Emmitt Smith played in the same league under the same rules during the same years. Emmitt Smith absolutely belongs in the Hall of Fame. He’s one of the best running backs to ever play. However.. Anyone with an ounce of objectivity realizes and admits that if those 2 switched situations and Emmitt was in Detroit whilst Barry was in Dallas, Barry would have put every single RB record so far out of reach that it would never be sniffed by anyone to come along later. Think about it.. Dallas had perhaps the best offensive line in NFL history for almost half of Emmitt‘s career. He had a Hall of Fame QB. He had a Hall of Fame wide receiver. He had One of the best head coaches in NFL history. He had a dominant defense which made it so that in the second half of a lot of games during that run in Dallas, the Cowboys were trying to shorten the game and run out the clock by running the ball at a significantly higher rate. Whereas in Detroit, they were always trying to catch up in the second half. Which resulted in them being forced to throw at a significantly higher rate. And Barry *still* would have had the record despite all that had he just played one more season. It’s truly remarkable.
My point exactly being saying that since he was in the league and especially since he retired. Barry is the G.O.A.T at that position and might be the greatest player.
@@tmoore944 Its hard to argue with that. As you could tell from my initial comment, I’m firmly in the Barry “🐐” Sanders camp.. But I do think that the overwhelming amount of Pro-Barry supporters constantly degrading Emmitt Smith as “overrated and lucky” serves to detract from the argument of Barry’s greatness. There’s no need to dim Emmitt’s candle in order to brighten Barry’s. They are *both* undeniably all-time greats. One just happens to be better.
Barry was better than Emmit.And emmit was certainly great.
I’m 52 years old now , and I’ve still haven’t seen anyone come close to Barry Sanders. Thank you Mr. Sanders for the amazing career!!
Bobby Ross (coach) prevented Barry from breaking Eric Dickerson‘s record, 1997 season. Barry had 70 yards the first two games. Refuse to give him the carries until game 3. That’s when history was made. 🏈
I've watched every possible Barry KZhead video and this is the best one. It shows more highlights, different angles of the same highlights we've seen 1000 times and I'm only 4.5 minutes into it. WELL DONE!!! I also like the fact that they're in chronological order. Thank you!!
I came to the comments section to say this exact same thing. Well done, Jerrod! This is the definitive Barry Sanders highlight video of his NFL highlights.
Same thing! 💯 I've seen them all, at least I thought so. Exactly what you said 💯💯
I agree...I was thinking the exact same thing.
When he did get tackled it was usually a horse collar. Love how humble this man is. 1 of
Truth, if they had the horse collar rule back then he'd have another thousand yards and dozen more TDs
One of the best athletes in all of sports ever and always will be
His commitment to his family and his Class and humility!!! Where are the good men today??
When John Madden says he's never seen a better runner, that says it all.
Bobby Ross (coach) prevented Barry from breaking Eric Dickerson‘s record, 1997 season. Barry had 70 yards the first two games. Refuse to give him the carries until game 3. That’s when history was made. 🏈
The Lions wasting his career is still one of the greatest tragedies the NFL has ever seen. Typical of Detroit though smh
His career was great lmao....probably best ever! Sad he didn't get a ring but sometimes that's how it goes 💯
They did the same with Calvin Johnson and Matthew Stafford but at least Stafford eventually won a ring with a different team. Calvin Johnson would have been maybe the best WR ever if he had good teams.
The Lions were a team where good players went and never returned. Lol
@@jaytaylor629 It's hard to put him over Jerry Rice ( who wasn't as fast nor had his physical attributes) & Randy Moss. Jerry is the GOAT. He fuc*ed over all the big time CB's in his era. Even Deion Sanders.
Thank the Ford family for that. A holes sell out every game so they don't care.
Barry dominated in a physically dominate era. If he played in todays NFL, he’d be somehow even more unstoppable.
Closest thing to a real life superhero we have ever seen. He was far more physically gifted that anyone in the league.
I’m from Wichita KS, and am now (at 58 years old) attending OSU. As a firefighter I worked in Barry’s old neighborhood and I can still remember seeing the Heisman trophy in the grocery store window. And this is probably the BEST Barry Sanders video over ever seen…thanks!
Barry could easily be considered the Michael Jordan of football. The excitement he brought to the game when he ran was unlike anything you’ve ever seen. I remember as a teenager If the lions were playing I’m finding a way to watch that game. He put on a show!! His fans know he was a champion even without a ring. You were something special Mr. Sanders and will always be remembered.
# COACHES LOVED EMMITT video game Fans loved Barry WHY - one knew the value of running for 2 yards and getting a first down, the other was always looking for a home run his own coaches proved this by removing him on goal line situations because he ended losing yards in most cases. any play over 3 secs, 5 tops physically wore down the offensive line, they become sloppy / holding, tripping penalties crept up, meanwhile Barry was still dancing in the back field the cowboys use to pass the ball till they get to 5 yard line, then bring in Emmitt to close the deal
Michael Jordan was the Barry Sanders of Basketball.
@@MrTrack412 SPOT ON.
Physically speaking Bo Jackson was the fastest running back ever and football player.
@@johncapo2843 1. Emmitt outweighed Barry by 15-20 pounds. 2. You don't just have one back. Using a halfback for yards and a fullback for short runs is one of the oldest concepts in the game. 3. Sure, pass the ball to the 5 yard line...when you have HoFers all over the place. Barry is the one who GOT the Lions to the 5 yard line. Sure, Emmitt was a great fit for the Cowboys. When you can get blocks and there's a big passing threat, run downhill as much as you can. But take those away, and...what? Barry's supposed to lay people out? This is like criticizing Aaron Judge's bunting. When you have something like Barry, you get out of the way, like Parcells did with Taylor.
If I couldn't have Bo, I'd want Barry. Barry is the greatest running back of all times.
Single greatest compliment ever was by Matt Millen: “When God created Barry Sanders, even he didn’t know what he made.”
Probably the best compilation out there that I've seen. He had so many amazing runs that weren't touchdowns, and you can best appreciate him at full speed.
Sometimes it looked like he made it look so effortless on the field, definitely one the best to ever do it.
Not one of the best but thee best to do it
Barry Sanders is pound per pound the 🐐 RB simply because he did *running* *the* *ball* better than anybody ever in league history.
Love Barry. What a great example for the youth. Humble, gracious and always willing to give the credit to his teammates. Focused on doing his job and let his actions speak for him. A real pro.
I was blessed to actually be alive and be able to experience his talents. He was on a terrible Detroit team and did things that were absolutely amazing. Not once did I ever see this man showboat or act like a nut like these young dudes that are in the NFL. My man was all business. Salute to Barry Sanders the best running back Ive ever witness play in the NFL.
Always loved watching Barry play. You had to respect his talent even if you were not a Lions fan. I can't help but wonder what his stats would be if he played longer, and for a better team. They would've been off the charts. The guy was an absolute beast.
Barry Sanders never ceased to amaze! My favorite running back of all time! G.O.A.T!
These clips never get old.
He definitely deserves a spot on the Mt. Rushmore of football. These clips never get old..
Just finished watching my hometown Lions lose again. Watching Barry again just gave me the chills. We didnt go to watch the Lions back then. We went to watch the GOAT. Never did one player bring such excitement. Thank you Barry.
Once in a generation is the most accurate way to put it. Whether he is the greatest running back or not, he sure is the greatest at his position.
AGREED! Barry will always be the greatest RB ever, the purist runner of all time.
Truly an anomaly. I haven't seen anyone like him since.
He was the shiftest of the shifty’s!!! My ankles hurt just watching him move…!🥴🏈
I dont care what team was your favorite, everyone was a Barry Sanders fan. Greatest of all time.
Barry Sanders, Bo Jackson - THE most talented RB's to ever play the game. Not taking anything away from the greats, they were great for a reason, but they had nothing on Barry and Bo.
@@MidwestFarmToys Well I mean Emmit was great, Walker, Payton, lots of greats, just not in the same league as Barry or Bo greats? lol
Definitely agree 👍 with you on that
Watching this man's highlights gives me chills
Finally a full highlight reels of Barry Sanders in real speed! Truly shows how freaking amazing and fast he was with his ankle breaking moves. Most of his highlights they show are slowed down and not showing his real time game speed. The most class act sports figure in all sports to top it off. Niners fan here!
Fully agree. Also a Niners fan.
Barry Sanders was the human highlight reel. He had the most incredible gifts--relatively short (hard to tackle), able to change plans and directions instantly, unusual strength, speed, and intelligence. I never knew him to make a mistake. It generally took two defensive players on top of their game to bring him down.
I agree. He is the Best. Forget the stats. Barry Sanders is a definition of class and grace.
Watching world class linebackers breaking down in the hole, just waiting on Barry to get there, and somehow still making them miss, is mind blowing to me. I remember watching a Monday night football game, and there was a commercial about Barry Sanders.....but the twist ending of the commercial, was that the linebacker was so agile, he actually managed to tackle Barry Sanders. It was the ultimate "tip of the cap" to the greatness that was Barry Sanders. That you managing to tackle Barry, was like you managing to catch Jesus.
It seemed like he knew what they were gonna do before they committed to doing it. Crazy field ESP and uncanny execution.
@@dmvbay2535 Right? The man just "felt" the game and bent it to his will. It was amazing to watch him when i was growing up. Watching Michael Jordan in the NBA, and Barry Sanders in the NFL, you knew you were witnessing talent that the world will never see again.
I love everything about Barry Sanders. One of the greatest running back in the NFL.
If you were not born around this time or ready 10 years or more old you really missed out on Greatness at the position of RB! Glad I was able to witness it all!
You could show Barry's highlights to a symphony orchestra who've never watch a down of football and they'd be very impressed. One of the greatest athletes I've ever seen..
Probably the best ever at change of direction. Best hips and foot work, But man I forgot how fast he was! Holy cow! He definitely had a nitrous afterburner once he got in the open field! I remember Watching a lot of Detroit Lions games in the 90s just to watch that man do his thing!
I Love this dude and was so hurt when he retired. An absolute legend who played for a horrible franchise
gilbert brown was needed as packers fan
Was the greatest. The year they gave him a fullback Cory Schletenger from Nebraska he did really well and they almost went to the super bowl
@@sawboneiomc8809 Is the greatest. For whom have you seen was better? Not one franchise QB. Average WR Corp. One good offensive lineman. A defense that was below average. All the time he was there. Barry was loyal. The Lions had Megatron with great numbers. He retired early. Matt Stanford had great numbers there but nothing. Got traded & now a Super Bowl Champion. It's the Lions management's. They suck.
Yep, I stopped being a Lions fan the day he retired, maybe I'll go back if the Fords sell the team.
I'm from Michigan and I'm 73. Watching the lion's is not the same anymore without BARRY SANDERS. NEVER SHOW BOATING
His entire career was not only highlight worthy but was his prime!
Barry Sanders was an absolute joy to watch when he displayed his God given talent. Not only did he change direction in fractions of a second, his subsequent burst of speed just left everyone in Awe (including his opponents). Openings in the defense would only exist for a moment, but by the time you noticed the hole, he was already through it and accelerating towards the goal line. He was also magnificent in switching the ball to either arm as he ran to remove defensive opportunities to go after the football itself. No other way to say it, he was simply the best... 😄