Calvin Johnson discusses NFL receiving record and potential challengers
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:53 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Calvin Johnson reflected on his NFL single-season receiving record of 1,964 yards at a golf outing on June 15, 2026. The former Detroit Lions receiver remarked that while his record has stood for 14 years, he believes it may soon be broken, especially if the league transitions to an 18-game schedule. Johnson mentioned upcoming talents such as Puka Nacua, citing his potential to exceed 2,000 yards if he stays healthy. Johnson also expressed regret over Justin Jefferson's current situation, which he believes hinders his chances at breaking the record. He conveyed appreciation for the moment he set the record, highlighting a cherished celebration with his father.
- •Calvin Johnson set the record in 2012 with 1,964 receiving yards.
- •He anticipates someone breaking his record if the NFL moves to 18 games.
- •Puka Nacua is considered a strong candidate to challenge the record.
- •Justin Jefferson's changing quarterback situation may affect his chances.
- •Johnson cherishes the memory of celebrating his record with his father.
- 12:53 AMYahoo Sports — Calvin Johnson predicts which receiver will break his NFL record
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — ‘That dude’s a killer’: Calvin Johnson thinks Puka Nacua will break his NFL record
- 5:37 PMYahoo Sports — Calvin Johnson reflects on NFL receiving record, who can break it
"Back in 2012, legendary Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson set a new all-time record for receiving yards in a single season with an eye-popping 1,964 yards through the air. That record has stood for longer than a decade, but he does not think it’s going to last much longer. During a recent interview, Johnson…
"Calvin Johnson's single-season receiving record of 1,964 yards has stood for 14 years despite the NFL going to a 17-game schedule in 2021.
"Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson holds the NFL's all-time single-season receiving yards record.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 12:53 AMCalvin Johnson predicts which receiver will break his NFL record
Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson holds the NFL's all-time single-season receiving yards record.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 10:15 AM‘That dude’s a killer’: Calvin Johnson thinks Puka Nacua will break his NFL record
Back in 2012, legendary Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson set a new all-time record for receiving yards in a single season with an eye-popping 1,964 yards through the air. That record has stood for longer than a decade, but he does not think it’s going to last much longer. During a recent interview, Johnson…
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 5:37 PMCalvin Johnson reflects on NFL receiving record, who can break it
Calvin Johnson's single-season receiving record of 1,964 yards has stood for 14 years despite the NFL going to a 17-game schedule in 2021.
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