30+ Of The Greatest Wide Receivers In NFL History

Published on 01/19/2023
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Mike Evans

Career Stats: 122 games played (121 starts), 606 receptions, 9,301 yards, 75 TD

Mike Evans, who is in his eighth season, could retire tomorrow and be ecstatic about his performance. The Texas A&M product has always been an above-average wideout. Evans, a 6-foot-5 target, has more than 1,000 receiving yards in each of his eight seasons; his current career high is 1,524 yards in 2018. The four-time Pro Bowler is regarded as one of the league’s top red zone threats. Evans excels at meeting the ball at its highest point, as well as taking advantage of his great stature. Evans has 75 touchdowns as a result, including 27 in two seasons with Tom Brady at the head of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Evans, who will be 29 when the season begins in 2022, has plenty of time to climb the ranks.

Mike Evans

Mike Evans

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Charlie Joiner

Career Stats: 239 games played (211 starts), 750 receptions, 12,146 yards, 65 TD

Charlie Joiner advanced from fourth-round pick to Hall of Famer. Joiner, a 5-foot-11 wideout from Grambling State, was taken by the Houston Oilers in the fourth round of the 1969 NFL Draft. Joiner began his career as an Oilers defensive back before transitioning to receiver late in his rookie season. Joiner joined the San Diego Chargers in 1976 after spending time with the Oilers and Bengals. That year, Joiner had 1,056 yards and seven touchdowns on 50 catches. In 1980, Joiner was an All-Pro with 71 receptions, 1,132 yards, and four touchdowns. After the 1986 season, Joiner retired at the age of 39 as the NFL’s all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards.

Charlie Joiner

Charlie Joiner

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