Foreman was selected as the 12th overall pick in the 1973 NFL Draft by the Vikings out of Miami. His 8 season career consisted of 7 seasons for the Vikings (1973-79) and 1 season for the Patriots (1980). He was known for dominating defenses with his quick reflexes as a running back. He was named NFC Rookie of the Year in 1973. He holds the Vikings all-time rushing record with 5,879 yards and tied for team record with 52 rushing TDs. He also posted 17 career 100 yard games. He was integral part of the Vikings appearance in 3 Super Bowls. The Vikings inducted him into the Ring of Honor on September 30, 2007.