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Who's the best WR in the NFL?

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Daniel Moore

Published Jan 20, 2026

Ranking the 25 best wide receivers from the 2021 NFL regular season

  • DAVANTE ADAMS, GREEN BAY PACKERS. ...
  • COOPER KUPP, LOS ANGELES RAMS. ...
  • DEEBO SAMUEL, SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS. ...
  • JUSTIN JEFFERSON, MINNESOTA VIKINGS. ...
  • JA'MARR CHASE, CINCINNATI BENGALS. ...
  • CEEDEE LAMB, DALLAS COWBOYS. ...
  • STEFON DIGGS, BUFFALO BILLS.

Who is the best WR in NFL right now?

  • Davante Adams. Green Bay Packers · Year 8. ...
  • Cooper Kupp. Los Angeles Rams · Year 5. ...
  • Justin Jefferson. Minnesota Vikings · Year 2. ...
  • Deebo Samuel. San Francisco 49ers · Year 3. ...
  • Ja'Marr Chase. Cincinnati Bengals · Rookie.

Who are the top 5 WR in the NFL history?

Ten best receivers of all time

  • 1 / 10. Raymond Berry. Baltimore Colts (1955-1967) ...
  • 2 / 10. Marvin Harrison. Indianapolis Colts (1996-2008) ...
  • 3 / 10. Calvin Johnson. Detroit Lions (2007-2015) ...
  • 4 / 10. Larry Fitzgerald. Arizona Cardinals (2004-) ...
  • 5 / 10. Terrell Owens. ...
  • 6 / 10. Steve Largent. ...
  • 7 / 10. Lance Alworth. ...
  • 8 / 10. Randy Moss.

Who is the best WR of all time?

Jerry Rice is the undisputed No. 1 receiver in NFL history. No other wideout can touch the San Francisco 49ers legend's career numbers. But after him, it's one massive debate at every single spot.

Where does Terrell Owens rank all time?

Terrell Owens

He led the league in receiving touchdowns three times and had nine seasons of at least 1,000 yards receiving. Owens ranks third all-time in both receiving yards and touchdowns and is eighth all-time in receptions.

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Where does Michael Irvin rank all time?

"NFL 100 Greatest" ranks the top 100 characters in NFL history, and former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin lands at No. 41.

Who is the fastest WR in the NFL?

Tyreek Hill, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver

Tyreek Hill is the fastest player in the NFL right now, there's no doubt about it. Frankly, he might be the best wide receiver in 2022.

Who is the best WR in the draft?

2022 NFL Draft: Wide receiver rankings

  • David Bell. School: Purdue. ...
  • Jahan Dotson. School: Penn State. ...
  • Drake London. School: USC. ...
  • George Pickens. School: Georgia. ...
  • Chris Olave. School: Ohio State. ...
  • Treylon Burks. School: Arkansas. Height: 6-2. ...
  • Jameson Williams. School: Alabama. Height: 6-1.5. ...
  • Garrett Wilson. School: Ohio State. Height: 6-0.

Who is the best WR in the NFL 2021?

Cooper Kupp, Los Angeles Rams

Kupp just had one of the best seasons ever for a wide receiver. He won the Triple Crown as he totaled 145 catches, 1,947 receiving yards, and 16 touchdowns, all leading the NFL. As a result, he was awarded Offensive Player of the Year.

Is Randy Moss the best WR ever?

Moss had the physical ability to be the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, but he was always a little too concerned about his next TD celebration. Rice on the other hand, was blessed with plenty of natural ability. He coupled that with elite work ethic, drive and commitment to become the best to ever play the game.

Is Calvin Johnson the best WR of all time?

Once Jerry Rice's records start to fall, Calvin Johnson has to be considered among the best receivers in NFL history. There are many things to like about Johnson, from his size, speed and agility to his demeanor and clear desire to succeed.

Who is the best DB in the NFL?

25 Greatest Defensive Backs in NFL History

  • Charles Woodson, Cornerback/Safety. Oakland Raiders 1998-2005, '13-15; Green Bay 2006-12.
  • Mike Haynes, Cornerback. ...
  • Emlen Tunnell, Cornerback. ...
  • Steve Atwater, Safety. ...
  • Troy Polamalu, Safety. ...
  • Darrelle Revis, Cornerback. ...
  • Mel Renfro, Cornerback. ...
  • Ty Law, Cornerback. ...

Who is the best WR in the NFL 2022?

Ranking the 10 best WR values, situations in the 2022 NFL Draft: Skyy Moore lands with Patrick Mahomes

  1. Skyy Moore, Kansas City Chiefs. ...
  2. Treylon Burks, Tennessee Titans. ...
  3. Jameson Williams, Detroit Lions. ...
  4. Garrett Wilson, New York Jets. ...
  5. Jalen Tolbert, Dallas Cowboys. ...
  6. Drake London, Atlanta Falcons.

Who is the best WR in Madden 22?

Taking the top spot for the best overall wide receivers comes from Titletown. Davante Adams of the Green Bay Packers takes the honors of not only being the number one wide receiver in Madden 22 but also a member of the prestigious 99 Club.

Who are the top 10 wide receivers in the 2022 NFL draft?

NFL Draft 2022 wide receiver rankings

  • Chris Olave, Ohio State (6-0, 187 pounds) ...
  • Garrett Wilson, Ohio State (5-11, 183 pounds) ...
  • Jameson Williams, Alabama (6-1, 179 pounds) ...
  • Drake London, USC (6-4, 219 pounds) ...
  • Jahan Dotson, Penn State (5-10, 178 pounds) ...
  • Treylon Burks, Arkansas (6-2, 225 pounds)

Who is the best running back in the NFL?

Top 15 running backs

  • Jonathan Taylor. Indianapolis Colts · Year 2. ...
  • Nick Chubb. Cleveland Browns · Year 4. ...
  • Joe Mixon. Cincinnati Bengals · Year 5. ...
  • Austin Ekeler. Los Angeles Chargers · Year 5. ...
  • Najee Harris. Pittsburgh Steelers · Rookie. ...
  • Dalvin Cook. Minnesota Vikings · Year 5. ...
  • NR. James Conner. ...
  • Damien Harris.

Who's faster Tyreek Hill or DK Metcalf?

His top speed of 22.6 mph came against the Minnesota Vikings in 2019, when Hill was on the Kansas City Chiefs. When it comes to 40 times, Hill has the advantage. Hill ran a 4.29 in the 40-yard-dash, while Metcalf ran a 4.33.

Who was better Jerry Rice or Michael Irvin?

"Jerry Rice is probably the least physically gifted out of those three guys. Probably the slowest out of those three, probably the least vertical out of those three. But, when Jerry Rice put it all together, he's a better receiver. He's the greatest of all time, the most accomplished.

Where does Chris Carter rank?

Cris Carter was one of the most statistically successful wide receivers in NFL history. His 1,093 receptions and 129 touchdown catches rank second in history to Jerry Rice, and his 13,833 yards are behind only Rice and James Lofton.

Was Michael Irvin good?

Irvin finished his career with 750 receptions (tied with Charlie Joiner for 30th all-time in the NFL) for 11,904 yards (21st all-time in the NFL) and 65 touchdowns. His 47 100-yard receiving games is eighth-most in NFL history, tied with Torry Holt.

Is Terrell Owens the best WR of all time?

Never have we heard anyone once utter the words of Terrell Owens being the best wide receiver to ever put on a football uniform. Many people remember Owens for his touchdown celebrations, and his problems with his quarterbacks. Rarely has anyone made notice of his many accomplishments.