30+ Of The Best Wide Receivers The NFL Has Ever Had

Published on 01/23/2023
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Isaac Bruce

Career Stats: 223 games played (201 starts), 1,024 receptions, 15,208 yards, 91 TD

The least well-known member of the Greatest Show on Turf, Bruce, was a reliable performer who contributed to the development of one of the league’s best offenses. Bruce had talent because he was perhaps the best No. 2 receiver of all time. In order to consistently perform at a high level when they are not the team’s first choice, a certain type of player is needed. When Bruce first joined the Rams, he received a lot of attention. The Memphis product was targeted 199 times in his second season, which is the fifth-highest total in NFL history since targets began to be kept track of in 1992. Torry Holt, though, was acquired by the Rams in 1999 using a first-round pick. Bruce switched to a supporting role and excelled on short- to medium-distance courses. He rose to fourth place all-time in receiving yards thanks to his dedication and extraordinary longevity.

Isaac Bruce

Isaac Bruce

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Julio Jones

Career Stats: 145 games played (144 starts), 879 receptions, 13,330 yards, 61 TD

After all is said and done, Julio Jones may finish in the top 15. Since his NFL debut in 2011, Jones has caused a sensation thanks to his incredible athleticism. In 2015, the two-time All-Pro led the league in both receptions (136) and yards (1,871). Between 2014 and 2019, Jones had at least 83 catches for at least 1,394 yards. It’s odd that Jones hasn’t recorded more touchdowns in his career for someone with his skill level. Ten points, which he set in his second season, are his current season high. Although Jones has a history of ailments, there is optimism that in Tampa Bay, playing with Tom Brady, he will regain his form.

Julio Jones

Julio Jones

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