LaDainian Tomlinson had a season for the record books in 2006. The Hall of Fame running back led the NFL with 1,815 rushing yards, averaging 5.2 yards per carry, and had a single-season record 31 total touchdowns (28 rushing and three receiving).

Tomlinson's efforts led to him earning NFL MVP honors and helped the San Diego Chargers to a 14-2 record. His 31 scores amounted to 186 points, the most by a player in a season in NFL history. Tomlinson bested the previous record of 176 points Paul Hornung scored in just 12 games for the Green Bay Packers in 1960.

Take a closer look at the most points scored by an NFL player in a single season:

186 - LaDainian Tomlinson (San Diego Chargers) in 2006

176 - Paul Hornung (Green Bay Packers) in 1960

168 - Shaun Alexander (Seattle Seahawks )

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