Who Are The Top 5 Wide Receivers In The Nfl?
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The NFL season is in full swing and that means it’s time to start thinking about the top players in the league. When it comes to wide receivers, there are a few names that always seem to be at the top of the list.
So, who are the top 5 wide receivers in the NFL? Read on to find out!
Antonio Brown
Antonio Brown is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. He has great speed and can catch the ball well. He is also a good route runner.
Brown’s career
Antonio Brown is an American football wide receiver who is a free agent. He most recently played for the Oakland Raiders of the National Football League (NFL). Brown was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the sixth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at Central Michigan University, where he earned All-American honors in 2008 and 2009 as a punt returner. A four-time Pro Bowl selection, Brown has led the NFL in receiving yards and receptions twice each. He also set the NFL record for single-season reception yardage in 2014, receiving 1,698 yards.
Brown’s achievements
Antonio Brown is an American football wide receiver and punt returner for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Central Michigan University, where he earned All-American honors in 2008 and 2009 as a punt returner. A sixth-round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2010 NFL Draft, Brown became the first receiver in NFL history to record five consecutive 1,000-yard seasons before turning 30.
Julio Jones
Jones’ career
Julio Jones is widely considered to be one of the top wide receivers in the NFL. He was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft, and has since gone on to become one of the most productive and decorated receivers in the league.
Jones has been selected to six Pro Bowls, and was named a first-team All-Pro in 2015 and 2016. He is also a two-time NFC champion, having helped lead the Falcons to Super Bowl LI in 2017.
In his nine seasons in the NFL, Jones has amassed over 11,000 receiving yards and 63 touchdown receptions. He is widely considered to be one of the most complete receivers in the league, and should continue to be a force for years to come.
Jones’ achievements
In his second season, Jones caught 54 passes for 959 yards and 8 touchdowns, averaged 17.8 yards per catch, and was named to the 2012 Pro Bowl. During a Monday Night Football game against the New York Giants in 2012, Jones had 11 catches for a career-high 189 yards. Jones finished the 2012 season with 79 catches for 1,198 yards (15.2 YPC) and 10 touchdowns, was named first-team All-Pro by the AP, and was selected to his second consecutive Pro Bowl.
In 2013, Jones caught 104 passes for 1,593 yards (15.3 YPC) and 6 touchdowns. For his efforts, he was named first-team All-Pro by the AP for the second consecutive year, and was selected to his third consecutive Pro Bowl. During Week 5 against the New York Jets, Jones recorded 122 receiving yards and two touchdowns; this was his sixth 100+ yard game in his last eight games dating back to 2012
Odell Beckham Jr.
Beckham Jr. is a wide receiver for the New York Giants. He was drafted by the Giants in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played college football at LSU. Beckham Jr. has been selected for the Pro Bowl three times and has been named an All-Pro three times. He is one of the most popular and recognizable players in the NFL.
Beckham’s career
Odell Beckham Jr. was drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft with the 12th overall pick. Beckham made an immediate impact in his rookie season, setting a number of franchise and NFL records, including most receiving yards in a season by a rookie (1,305). He was named the Offensive Rookie of the Year and was selected for the Pro Bowl. In 2015, Beckham became the first player in NFL history to record at least 90 catches and 1,200 receiving yards in a single season. He finished the season with 96 catches for 1,450 yards and 13 touchdowns.
In 2016, Beckham was again selected for the Pro Bowl after recording 101 catches for 1,367 yards and 10 touchdowns. He also set the record for most catches in a season by a Giants player with 101. Beckham’s career totals include 313 catches for 4,424 yards and 38 touchdowns.
Beckham’s achievements
Aside from his unparalleled play on the field, Beckham’s personal life and style have made him a pop culture icon. He has graced the cover of GQ magazine and been featured in many high fashion ad campaigns. In 2015, Beckham signed a 5-year endorsement deal with Nike, making him one of the highest-paid NFL players in terms of endorsements. In 2018, Forbes estimated Beckham’s annual earnings at $31 million, which made him the second highest-paid NFL player that year.
DeAndre Hopkins
Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins is one of the best in the business. He’s a big, physical receiver who can go up and get the ball. He’s also a great route runner and has great hands. Hopkins is a dangerous receiver and is a big part of the Texans’ offense.
Hopkins’ career
DeAndre Hopkins was drafted in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft by the Houston Texans. He has been selected for the Pro Bowl three times, and was named First-Team All-Pro in 2017. In his six NFL seasons, Hopkins has 355 receptions for 5,512 yards and 36 touchdowns.
Hopkins’ achievements
DeAndre Hopkins is an American football wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Clemson, and was drafted by the Houston Texans in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft. In his first NFL game, he had a 46-yard touchdown reception. As a rookie, he led all NFL rookies with 52 catches for 802 yards, and tied for second among all rookies with two touchdown receptions. The following year, he was selected for the Pro Bowl after catching 76 passes for 1,228 yards and six touchdowns. In 2015, he was again selected for the Pro Bowl after setting career-highs in catches (111) and receiving yards (1,521), while also tieing his career-high in touchdown receptions (11).
A.J. Green
The NFL is a pass-happy league and the wide receiver is one of the most important positions on the field. A good wide receiver can make or break an offense. There are a lot of great wide receivers in the NFL, but who are the best?
Green’s career
A.J. Green was drafted fourth overall by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2011 NFL Draft. He has been selected to the Pro Bowl seven times and has been named a First-Team All-Pro four times. He is the Bengals’ all-time leader in receptions (662), receiving yards (9,430), and touchdown receptions ( 63).
Green has appeared in 115 career regular season games with 113 starts and has amassed 662 receptions for 9,430 yards and 63 touchdowns. His 662 career receptions rank fourth among active players while his 9,430 career receiving yards rank sixth among active players. Green’s 63 career touchdown receptions ranks eighth among active players and his 115 career games played ranks ninth among active players.
Green’s achievements
As a three-time Pro Bowl selection, Green has been one of the most productive and reliable wide receivers in the NFL since he was drafted fourth overall by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2011. He’s averaged more than 1,000 yards and eight touchdowns per season, and has topped 1,300 yards four times. In nine seasons, he’s caught 67 touchdowns.