Being a true wide receiver 1 means stepping up, taking on double coverage, and still making plays, but not everyone is living up to that title.
After 14 weeks of action, let’s look around the NFL and power rank every team’s top option at wideout.
Who are the top-ranking wide receivers in the NFL after week 14?
32. San Francisco 49ers: Deebo Samuel (Last Week #31)
Deebo Samuel looks like a shadow of his former self. He finished with just two catches for 22 yards — a far cry from the playmaker we used to know.
31. New England Patriots: DeMario Douglas (Bye) (Last Week #30)
DeMario Douglas is doing his best, but on any other team, he wouldn’t be the wide receiver 1. The Patriots’ struggles make his limitations even clearer.
30. Carolina Panthers: Xavier Legette (Last Week #27)
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Xavier Legette was stifled by the Eagles’ secondary. Two catches on eight targets for 39 yards, plus a crucial drop in the end zone. Oof.
29. Pittsburgh Steelers: Mike Williams (Not Ranked)
With George Pickens out, Mike Williams stepped in as the wide receiver 1 and faltered. Three catches for 36 yards isn’t going to cut it.
28. Los Angeles Chargers: Joshua Palmer (Last Week #32)
Joshua Palmer had one of his best outings, snagging six catches for 78 yards. He stretched the field and gave L.A.’s offense a lift.
27. Las Vegas Raiders: Jakobi Meyers (Last Week #23)
Jakobi Meyers was reliable and productive, catching 7 of 10 targets for 67 yards. A steady hand for the Raiders’ passing game.
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26. Jacksonville Jaguars: Brian Thomas Jr. (Last Week #24)
Brian Thomas Jr. continues to shine, even with Mac Jones under center. Eight catches for 86 yards shows his rookie promise is real.
25. Indianapolis Colts: Michael Pittman Jr. (Bye) (Last Week #22)
Michael Pittman Jr. has been the Colts’ most dependable weapon, battling injuries and still delivering clutch catches.
24. Arizona Cardinals: Marvin Harrison Jr. (Last Week #15)
Rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. was quiet, logging just four catches for 49 yards. The Cardinals needed more, but the spark wasn’t there.
23. Green Bay Packers: Christian Watson (Last Week #26)
Christian Watson stepped up in a big way, torching the Lions for 114 yards on four receptions. Clutch timing for a big performance.
22. Buffalo Bills: Amari Cooper (Last Week #28)
Amari Cooper is heating up. He tallied six catches for 95 yards and drew key pass interference calls. Signs of life in Buffalo.
21. Tennessee Titans: Calvin Ridley (Last Week #19)
Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley was solid but not spectacular. Seven catches for 59 yards led the Titans, but he never truly broke out.
20. Seattle Seahawks: DK Metcalf (Last Week #18)
DK Metcalf was held in check, finishing with just 49 yards on four receptions. A quiet day, but the Seahawks still got the win.
19. Kansas City Chiefs: DeAndre Hopkins (Last Week #21)
DeAndre Hopkins had a modest day — four catches for 32 yards — but his timely touchdown helped Mahomes and the Chiefs.
18. Dallas Cowboys: CeeDee Lamb (Last Week #25)
With Cooper Rush under center, CeeDee Lamb still managed to produce. Credit to him for staying effective in tough circumstances. He finished the Monday Night Football match-up with the Bengals with six catches for 93 yards and a score.
17. New Orleans Saints: Marquez Valdes-Scantling (Last Week #13)
No big plays this week, but MVS chipped in four catches for 51 yards. A steady, if unspectacular, showing.
16. New York Jets: Garrett Wilson (Last Week #20)
Garrett Wilson torched Miami’s secondary with seven catches for 114 yards. The Jets wide receiver continues to impress despite the chaos around him.
15. Cleveland Browns: Jerry Jeudy (Not Ranked)
Jerry Jeudy followed up his breakout with a solid five catches for 64 yards and a touchdown. That is a steady improvement for the Browns’ offense.
14. Chicago Bears: DJ Moore (Last Week #12)
DJ Moore did what he could in a lackluster passing game, finishing with six catches for 49 yards. Consistent, if unspectacular.
13. Detroit Lions: Amon-Ra St. Brown (Last Week #9)
An off day for Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. He managed just 43 yards on five catches — not what the Lions needed.
12. Atlanta Falcons: Drake London (Last Week #11)
Drake London quietly had a solid outing, turning five catches into 70 yards. A dependable presence for Atlanta.
11. New York Giants: Malik Nabers (Last Week #17)
Malik Nabers impressed, hauling in five catches for 79 yards despite New York’s offensive woes. A bright spot for the Giants.
10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Mike Evans (Last Week #8)
Mike Evans was steady with four catches for 69 yards. Not flashy, but he keeps delivering for the Bucs.
9. Baltimore Ravens: Zay Flowers (Bye) (Last Week #10)
Zay Flowers is blossoming into a true WR1. His speed, hands, and route-running make him a constant threat for Baltimore.
8. Miami Dolphins: Tyreek Hill (Last Week #14)
Tyreek Hill delivered big-time — 10 catches for 115 yards and a touchdown. When the Dolphins needed him, he answered.
7. Philadelphia Eagles: A.J. Brown (Last Week #5)
A.J. Brown had an off week, finishing with just 43 yards on four catches. Not the usual dominant self for this famed wide receiver.
6. Denver Broncos: Courtland Sutton (Bye) (Last Week #4)
Courtland Sutton remains the backbone of Denver’s passing attack. He’s Bo Nix’s go-to guy and a highlight-reel machine.
5. Washington Commanders: Terry McLaurin (Bye) (Last Week #3)
Terry McLaurin is having a career year. He’s formed a strong connection with rookie QB Jayden Daniels, and it shows.
4. Los Angeles Rams: Puka Nacua (Last Week #6)
Puka Nacua was unstoppable — 12 catches, 162 yards, and a touchdown. A breakout performance for this up-and-coming wide receiver in every sense.
3. Minnesota Vikings: Justin Jefferson (Last Week #7)
Justin Jefferson was a beast, torching the defense for 132 yards and two touchdowns on seven catches. Vintage J.J. Never mind all of the opportunities he opened up for his running mate, Jordan Addison!
2. Houston Texans: Nico Collins (Bye) (Last Week #2)
Nico Collins, when healthy, has been one of the league’s best. The Texans’ offense transforms with him on the field.
1. Cincinnati Bengals: Ja’Marr Chase (Last Week #1)
Ja’Marr Chase continues to dominate, even in a lost season. His relentless production makes him the top wide receiver again this week as he put up a monster stat line of 14 catches for 177 yards and two touchdowns, one of which was the game-winner late in the fourth quarter.
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