Who is the best WR of all time?
Daniel Moore
Published Jan 07, 2026
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.
Who are the top 5 WR of all time?
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 #1 WR?
1. DAVANTE ADAMS, GREEN BAY PACKERS.
Who is the goat of wide receivers?
Jerry Rice is unquestionably the GOAT when it comes to wide receivers.
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.
27 related questions foundWho is the best WR in 2021?
Top NFL wide receivers in 2021
- DeAndre Hopkins, Arizona Cardinals. ...
- Stefon Diggs, Buffalo Bills. ...
- Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings. ...
- A.J. Brown, Tennessee Titans. ...
- Allen Robinson, Chicago Bears. ...
- Keenan Allen, Los Angeles Chargers. ...
- Julio Jones, Tennessee Titans. ...
- DK Metcalf, Seattle Seahawks.
Who is the best high school WR?
- Rank Player Pos Ht / Wt Rating Team.
- Luther Burden East St. ...
- Evan Stewart Liberty (Frisco, TX) ...
- Chris Marshall Fort Bend Marshall (Missouri City, TX) ...
- Aaron Anderson Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA) ...
- Tetairoa McMillan Servite (Anaheim, CA) ...
- Kevin Coleman St. ...
- Kaden Saunders Westerville South (Westerville, OH)
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.
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.
How good is DeAndre Hopkins?
DeAndre Hopkins is the first player in NFL history with at least 9 catches and 145 receiving yards in 3 consecutive games. DeAndre Hopkins has 4 consecutive games with at least 100 yards, tying Andre Johnson's team record. He has 7 for 100 today.
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.