Tomlinson and McCardell hit impressive milestones

And the beat goes on. Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson’s one-yard touchdown run on the Bolts’ opening possession Sunday night extended his NFL record for rushing touchdowns in consecutive games to 15.

A week ago in Denver, Tomlinson broke the record, which was previously held by former Washington Redskins backs John Riggins and George Rogers. Tomlinson now has his eye on the NFL record for consecutive games with a touchdown either rushing or receiving. That mark is held by former Baltimore Colt Lenny Moore, who scored in 19 straight games (1963-65).

Tomlinson paced the Chargers with four carries for 24 yards on the drive and also caught two passes for 13 yards as the Bolts marched 65 yards in eight plays. The score also gave LT the fourth-highest career point total in team history. The touchdown gave Tomlinson 384 points to push him past Dennis Partee.

Chargers wide receiver Keenan McCardell became the 23rd player in NFL history to reach the 10,000 yard plateau Sunday night. The milestone came on a 26-yard touchdown pass from running back LaDainian Tomlinson. McCardell also a 15-yard touchdown catch and a 27-yard leaping grab that set up Tomlinson’s second score of the night.

By Casey Pearce, Chargers.com
Sunday, September 25, 2005