NFL ranks top-10 career receiving yards leaders historically
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The NFL has released its ranking of the top-10 career receiving yards leaders. At the top is Jerry Rice with 22,895 yards, followed by Larry Fitzgerald at 17,492 yards. The rankings also highlight players such as Terrell Owens and Randy Moss among the top five. This listing follows a prior focus on all-time rushing leaders, showcasing the best pass catchers in league history. Each player on the list is noted for their significant contributions to the game and their respective franchises.
- •Jerry Rice leads with 22,895 receiving yards.
- •Larry Fitzgerald follows as the second all-time leader.
- •Ranking includes Terrell Owens, Randy Moss, and Tony Gonzalez.
- •List recognizes contributions to respective franchises.
- •Previously focused on all-time rushing leaders.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — These are the top-10 receiving yards leaders in NFL history
"Next up in our all-time series: shifting focus to the air, ranking the NFL's career receiving yards leaders. Great Saints rivals headline the list.
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