The air attack is alive and well in the NFL, and by Week 15, the league’s wide receivers 1’s have defined themselves — for better or worse. Some guys are slicing up secondaries with speed, precision, and sticky hands, while others are dropping passes and disappearing in crunch time.
Let’s break it all down and rank every team’s top wide receiver from worst to first!
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32. Los Angeles Chargers: Joshua Palmer (Last Week #28)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 15: Joshua Palmer #5 of the Los Angeles Chargers during warm up before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at SoFi Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Joshua Palmer had another down week. The deep threat caught just two passes for 10 yards. He has been, far and away, one of the biggest disappointments of the year.
31. San Francisco 49ers: Deebo Samuel (Last Week #32)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 12: Deebo Samuel Sr. #1 of the San Francisco 49ers runs the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the fourth quarter in the game at Levi’s Stadium on December 12, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Another week and another massive disappointment came out of Deebo Samuel, who caught just three passes for 16 yards in the loss.
30. Carolina Panthers: Xavier Legette (Last Week #30)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 15: Xavier Legette #17 of the Carolina Panthers prepares to run a route during the first half of the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Xavier Legette was a nonfactor for Carolina this week. He caught just two passes for seven yards.
29. Pittsburgh Steelers: Mike Williams (Last Week #29)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 08: Mike Williams #18 of the Pittsburgh Steelers takes to the field before the game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium on December 08, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)
Steelers wide receiver Mike Williams was a nonfactor on Sunday. The burly receiver caught just one pass for 15 yards.
28. Arizona Cardinals: Marvin Harrison Jr. (Last Week #24)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 15: Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Arizona Cardinals is tackled by the Marcus Jones #25 of the New England Patriots during the game at State Farm Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Christy/Getty Images)
Marvin Harrison Jr. continues to be a bit of a shocking disappointment thus far in his young NFL career. He secured just two catches for 32 yards on Sunday.
27. New England Patriots: DeMario Douglas (Last Week #31)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 15: DeMario Douglas #3 of the New England Patriots celebrates after scoring a touchdown over the Arizona Cardinals in the fourth quarter of the game at State Farm Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
DeMario Douglas did well to snag a touchdown catch but not much else, as he finished with three catches for 11 yards.
26. Las Vegas Raiders: Jakobi Meyers (Last Week #27)
TAMPA, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 08: Jakobi Meyers #16 of the Las Vegas Raiders runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on December 08, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Jakobi Meyers has done well to chip in here and there despite the wildly inconsistent quarterback play. That said, Monday Night was certainly not his most productive outing, as the Falcons did well to keep him in check most of the night.
25. Kansas City Chiefs: DeAndre Hopkins (Last Week #19)
CLEVELAND, OHIO – DECEMBER 15: DeAndre Hopkins #8 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates after a carry against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Huntington Bank Field on December 15, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
DeAndre Hopkins was quiet on Sunday in the Chiefs win, along with the rest of the Chiefs’ offensive attack. The wide receiver caught five of six targets for 36 yards.
24. Tennessee Titans: Calvin Ridley (Last Week #21)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – DECEMBER 15: Calvin Ridley #0 of the Tennessee Titans runs with the ball in the third quarter of a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Nissan Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Calvin Ridley was quiet against a weak Bengals secondary. He caught just three passes for 41 yards in the loss.
23. Green Bay Packers: Christian Watson (Last Week #23)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 15: Christian Watson #9 of the Green Bay Packers catches a pass Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field on December 15, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
Christian Watson was good but not great on Sunday. The speedster hauled in three catches for 56 yards in the win.
22. Seattle Seahawks: DK Metcalf (Last Week #20)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 15: DK Metcalf #14 of the Seattle Seahawks looks on against the Green Bay Packers during the third quarter at Lumen Field on December 15, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
DK Metcalf was mighty quiet this week, snagging just three catches for 28 yards in the loss. Not what we are used to seeing out of the physically imposing wide receiver.
21. Indianapolis Colts: Michael Pittman Jr. (Last Week #25)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – NOVEMBER 17: Michael Pittman Jr. #11 of the Indianapolis Colts in action against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on November 17, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Michael Pittman Jr. was solid for Indy on Sunday, hauling in six catches for 58 yards. It hasn’t been his best season to date, but the veteran wide receiver continues to grind it out on Sundays despite his team’s tumultuous quarterback situation.
20. Miami Dolphins: Tyreek Hill (Last Week #8)
HOUSTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 15: Tyreek Hill #10 of the Miami Dolphins takes to the field before the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
Tyreek Hill was a nonfactor on Sunday, as his 2024 struggles continue. He caught just two passes for 36 yards in the loss.
19. New Orleans Saints: Marquez Valdes-Scantling (Last Week #17)
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Marquez Valdes-Scantling #10 of the New Orleans Saints runs with the ball during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Saints wide receiver Valdes-Scantling led the way for all Saints receivers on Sunday in classic MVS fashion with just two catches but an impressive 64 yards.
18. Jacksonville Jaguars: Brian Thomas Jr. (Last Week #26)
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 15: Brian Thomas Jr. #7 of the Jacksonville Jaguars scores a touchdown against Chuck Clark #36 of the New York Jets during the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)
Brian Thomas Jr. was a beast on Sunday. The rookie shredded the Jets defense for 10 catches, 105 yards, and two scores.
17. Buffalo Bills: Ty Johnson (Last Week: Not Ranked)
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – DECEMBER 15: Ty Johnson #26 of the Buffalo Bills makes a catch in the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 15, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
With Amari Cooper missing in action, Ty Johnson took over the number one responsibilities and snagged five impressive catches for 114 yards.
16. Chicago Bears: DJ Moore (Last Week #14)
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – DECEMBER 16: DJ Moore #2 of the Chicago Bears runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 16, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
DJ Moore is a true WR1, making plays at every level of the field and giving Williams a reliable option. He just needs to become a little bit more accountable as a teammate and leader on this young squad.
15. Denver Broncos: Courtland Sutton (Last Week #6)
DENVER, COLORADO – DECEMBER 15: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after scoring a touchdown with teammate Bo Nix #10 during the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Empower Field At Mile High on December 15, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Veteran wide receiver Courtland Sutton led the way for Denver’s receivers with a modest three-reception, 32-yard, and one-touchdown performance.
14. Cleveland Browns: Jerry Jeudy (Last Week #15)
CLEVELAND, OHIO – DECEMBER 15: Jerry Jeudy #3 of the Cleveland Browns carries the ball after a reception against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter at Huntington Bank Field on December 15, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)Jerry Jeudy has really turned it around this year in Cleveland. The former Alabama standout had an impressive 11 catches for 108 yards.
13. Baltimore Ravens: Zay Flowers (Last Week #9)
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 01: Zay Flowers #4 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts prior to a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Zay Flowers was quiet this week, taking a back seat to Rashod Bateman and Justice Hill, but still managed to contribute six catches for 53 yards.
12. Atlanta Falcons: Drake London (Last Week #12)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 16: Drake London #5 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates a first down against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second quarter in the game at Allegiant Stadium on December 16, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)
Drake London is a baller who makes tough catches look easy. But he’s also stuck in an offense that can’t fully unlock his potential. All things considered, he has been impressive this season, and he managed to secure a big touchdown catch for Atlanta this week.
11. New York Giants: Malik Nabers (Last Week #11)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 15: Malik Nabers #1 of the New York Giants reacts after a call during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at MetLife Stadium on December 15, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Malik Nabers had a solid showing despite the mess unfolding at quarterback. He snagged 10 catches for 82 yards and a score.
10. Dallas Cowboys: CeeDee Lamb (Last Week #18)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 15: Jordan Fuller #20 and Demani Richardson #36 of the Carolina Panthers tackle CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
CeeDee Lamb had another massive performance this week, connecting with Cooper Rush nine times for 116 yards and one touchdown.
9. Houston Texans: Nico Collins (Last Week #2)
HOUSTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 15: Nico Collins #12 of the Houston Texans catches a touchdown pass against the Miami Dolphins during the second quarter at NRG Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Nico Collins had a ridiculously efficient outing, catching just four passes for 17 yards but converting two of the catches for touchdowns.
8. Detroit Lions: Amon-Ra St. Brown (Last Week #13)
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – DECEMBER 15: Amon-Ra St. Brown #14 of the Detroit Lions scores a touchdown past Christian Benford #47 of the Buffalo Bills in the fourth quarter at Ford Field on December 15, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
What a game for Amon-Ra St. Brown! The Lions’ number one option absolutely lit up Buffalo for 14 catches, 193 yards, and a score.
7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Mike Evans (Last Week #10)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 15: Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers makes a catch for a touchdown in front of Kristian Fulton #7 of the Los Angeles Chargers during a 40-17 win over the Chargers at SoFi Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Star wide receiver Mike Evans did what Mike Evans does and put up a beastly performance, snagging nine catches for 159 yards and two scores.
6. New York Jets: Garrett Wilson (Last Week #16)
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 15: Andre Cisco #5 of the Jacksonville Jaguars tackles Garrett Wilson #5 of the New York Jets during the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Garrett Wilson had a nice afternoon with three catches for 56 yards and a score but took a backseat to Davante Adams. Rodgers and Adams were a two-man wrecking crew, combining for 198 yards and two TDs.
5. Philadelphia Eagles: A.J. Brown (Last Week #7)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 15: Saquon Barkley #26 talks to A.J. Brown #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field on December 15, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts seemed to have squashed the beef, as he had a big showing, snagging eight catches for 110 yards and a score.
4. Los Angeles Rams: Puka Nacua (Last Week #4)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 12: Puka Nacua #17 of the Los Angeles Rams warms up prior to the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on December 12, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Thursday Night Football marked another impressive showing for Puka Nacua. He snagged seven catches for 97 yards in the win.
3. Washington Commanders: Terry McLaurin (Last Week #5)
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – DECEMBER 15: Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders reacts after a touchdown during the second quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on December 15, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
Another week and another monster showing from Scary Terry. The dynamic wideout hauled in seven of 10 targets for 73 yards and two scores.
2. Minnesota Vikings: Justin Jefferson (Last Week #3)
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – DECEMBER 16: Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts after dropping a pass during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 16, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
Few guys have ever played the position of wide receiver like J.J. The man is a force to be reckoned with to the umpteenth degree, and it should be no surprise that the struggling Bears couldn’t stop him from getting into the end zone on Monday Night Football.
1. Cincinnati Bengals: Ja’Marr Chase (Last Week #1)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – DECEMBER 15: Ja’Marr Chase #1 of the Cincinnati Bengals breaks a tackle by James Williams #52 of the Tennessee Titans in the second quarter at Nissan Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
It is crazy that it felt like Ja’Marr Chase had a down game with nine receptions and 94 yards, as the guy has set a ridiculous standard for how he can light it up.
