Every NFL Team's Best WR of All Time

Every NFL Team's Best WR of All Time

By Brian Kalchik

October 28, 2015

Every NFL Team’s Best WR of All Time

Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals — Throughout the history of the NFL, wide receivers have made a definitive impact in the NFL.

From the early days of the run-based dominated NFL in the mid-20th century to the current NFL you see today, wide receivers have played a pivotal role for every team and every offense. Here are my greatest receivers by team in NFL history.

Throughout the history of the NFL, wide receivers have made a definitive impact in the NFL.

From the early days of the run-based dominated NFL in the mid-20th century to the current NFL you see today, wide receivers have played a pivotal role for every team and every offense. Here are my greatest receivers by team in NFL history.

Arizona Cardinals: Larry Fitzgerald

Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals: Larry Fitzgerald

Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals — The Cardinals have had many good receivers in their history, but all of them pale in comparison to Larry Fitzgerald. Since being drafted in 2004, Fitzgerald has been a superstar in Arizona. In the 2008 postseason, Fitzgerald made key plays in every game to get the Cardinals to Super Bowl XLIII. In said Super Bowl, Fitzgerald had two second-half touchdown receptions.

Runner-up: Anquan Boldin

The Cardinals have had many good receivers in their history, but all of them pale in comparison to Larry Fitzgerald. Since being drafted in 2004, Fitzgerald has been a superstar in Arizona. In the 2008 postseason, Fitzgerald made key plays in every game to get the Cardinals to Super Bowl XLIII. In said Super Bowl, Fitzgerald had two second-half touchdown receptions.

Runner-up: Anquan Boldin

Atlanta Falcons: Julio Jones

Julio Jones Falcons

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Atlanta Falcons: Julio Jones

Julio Jones Falcons — Is it a bit premature o put Julio Jones here after just five seasons. Yes it is, but it is warranted. Jones is one of the best receivers in the game today, and his stats would be even better had he not been injured in 2013. Through five seasons, Jones has had two 1,100-yard seasons and has earned two Pro Bowl berths. Given his success so far this season, he will be in his third in February.

Runner-up: Roddy White

Is it a bit premature o put Julio Jones here after just five seasons. Yes it is, but it is warranted. Jones is one of the best receivers in the game today, and his stats would be even better had he not been injured in 2013. Through five seasons, Jones has had two 1,100-yard seasons and has earned two Pro Bowl berths. Given his success so far this season, he will be in his third in February.

Runner-up: Roddy White

Baltimore Ravens: Anquan Boldin

Anquan Boldin Ravens

Baltimore Ravens: Anquan Boldin

Anquan Boldin Ravens — The Ravens have simply never had many dominant wide receivers, but the most important receiver in franchise history was Anquan Boldin. Acquired from the Arizona Cardinals in 2010, Boldin helped turn the Ravens into Super Bowl XLVII champions. In Super Bowl XLVII, Boldin six receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown. He also had a key third-down reception late in the game to seal the win.

Runner-up: Derrick Mason

The Ravens have simply never had many dominant wide receivers, but the most important receiver in franchise history was Anquan Boldin. Acquired from the Arizona Cardinals in 2010, Boldin helped turn the Ravens into Super Bowl XLVII champions. In Super Bowl XLVII, Boldin six receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown. He also had a key third-down reception late in the game to seal the win.

Runner-up: Derrick Mason

Buffalo Bills: Andre Reed

Andre Reed Bills

Buffalo Bills: Andre Reed

Andre Reed Bills — In Buffalo Bills' lore, there is only one great wide receiver, and that is Andre Reed. A fourth-round pick from Kutztown State University, Reed was crucial to the success of Buffalo's "K-Gun" offense of the early 1990s. Reed was a seven-time Pro Bowler who played in four Super Bowls. He was also enshrined in Canton in 2014.

Runner-up: Eric Moulds

In Buffalo Bills' lore, there is only one great wide receiver, and that is Andre Reed. A fourth-round pick from Kutztown State University, Reed was crucial to the success of Buffalo's "K-Gun" offense of the early 1990s. Reed was a seven-time Pro Bowler who played in four Super Bowls. He was also enshrined in Canton in 2014.

Runner-up: Eric Moulds

Carolina Panthers: Steve Smith

Steve Smith Panthers

Carolina Panthers: Steve Smith

Steve Smith Panthers — Like the Ravens, the Panthers don't have many great wide receivers, but Steve Smith is Carolina's greatest. From 2001-13, Smith tortured opposing defenses. He was crucial to the success of the Panthers in the 2000s, and helped Carolina reach Super Bowl XXXVIII where he recorded a touchdown.

Runner-up: Muhsin Muhammad

Like the Ravens, the Panthers don't have many great wide receivers, but Steve Smith is Carolina's greatest. From 2001-13, Smith tortured opposing defenses. He was crucial to the success of the Panthers in the 2000s, and helped Carolina reach Super Bowl XXXVIII where he recorded a touchdown.

Runner-up: Muhsin Muhammad

Chicago Bears: Brandon Marshall

Brandon Marshall Bears

Chicago Bears: Brandon Marshall

Brandon Marshall Bears — The Bears haven't had many great receivers so this was a tougher decision than most, but in the end, I went with Brandon Marshall. With the Bears, Marshall never made the postseason, but he put up incredible numbers for a franchise that isn't known for throwing the ball. Marshall was a two-time Pro Bowler who had 1,000-yard seasons in two of his three seasons, and his third season was cut short by injury.

Runner-up: Harlon Hill

The Bears haven't had many great receivers so this was a tougher decision than most, but in the end, I went with Brandon Marshall. With the Bears, Marshall never made the postseason, but he put up incredible numbers for a franchise that isn't known for throwing the ball. Marshall was a two-time Pro Bowler who had 1,000-yard seasons in two of his three seasons, and his third season was cut short by injury.

Runner-up: Harlon Hill

Cincinnati Bengals: Chad Johnson

Chad Johnson Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals: Chad Johnson

Chad Johnson Bengals — A.J, Green will eventually make this list in the near future, but for now, Chad Johnson is the greatest in Bengals' history. Once he arrived in 2001, the Bengals' fortunes began to change from losers to playoff contenders. Johnson has been named to six Pro Bowls and he was also a two-time first team All-Pro. The Bengals also won two division titles with Johnson on the roster.

Runner-up: A.J. Green

A.J, Green will eventually make this list in the near future, but for now, Chad Johnson is the greatest in Bengals' history. Once he arrived in 2001, the Bengals' fortunes began to change from losers to playoff contenders. Johnson has been named to six Pro Bowls and he was also a two-time first team All-Pro. The Bengals also won two division titles with Johnson on the roster.

Runner-up: A.J. Green

Cleveland Browns: Dante Lavelli

Cleveland Browns Helmet

Cleveland Browns: Dante Lavelli

Cleveland Browns — Dante Lavelli is the only Hall of Fame wideout in Cleveland Browns history, so he rightfully earns this spot. As a rookie in 1946, Lavelli led the AAFC in receptions, yards and yards per catch. In his career, Lavelli won seven championships, and Paul Brown said "Lavelli had one of the strongest pairs of hands I've ever seen." That's saying something.

Runner-up: Gary Collins

Dante Lavelli is the only Hall of Fame wideout in Cleveland Browns history, so he rightfully earns this spot. As a rookie in 1946, Lavelli led the AAFC in receptions, yards and yards per catch. In his career, Lavelli won seven championships, and Paul Brown said "Lavelli had one of the strongest pairs of hands I've ever seen." That's saying something.

Runner-up: Gary Collins

Dallas Cowboys: Michael Irvin

Michael Irvin Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys: Michael Irvin

Michael Irvin Cowboys — Also known as "The Playmaker," Michael Irvin was the leader of the Dallas Cowboys' dynasty in the 1990s. He recorded seven 1,000-yard seasons in his career. Despite only having 750 catches for just under 12,000 yards with 65 TDs, he was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2007.

Runner-up: Drew Pearson

Also known as "The Playmaker," Michael Irvin was the leader of the Dallas Cowboys' dynasty in the 1990s. He recorded seven 1,000-yard seasons in his career. Despite only having 750 catches for just under 12,000 yards with 65 TDs, he was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2007.

Runner-up: Drew Pearson

Denver Broncos: Rod Smith

Rod Smith Broncos

Denver Broncos: Rod Smith

Rod Smith Broncos — Rod Smith played 12 years for the Broncos from 1995-2006. He was a three-time Pro Bowler, amassed eight 1,000 yard seasons, led the NFL in receptions in 2001 and is a two-time Super Bowl winner. In Super Bowl 33 against the Atlanta, Smith caught five passes for over 150 yards and a TD, leading Denver to their second consecutive Super Bowl.

Runner-up: Demaryius Thomas

Rod Smith played 12 years for the Broncos from 1995-2006. He was a three-time Pro Bowler, amassed eight 1,000 yard seasons, led the NFL in receptions in 2001 and is a two-time Super Bowl winner. In Super Bowl 33 against the Atlanta, Smith caught five passes for over 150 yards and a TD, leading Denver to their second consecutive Super Bowl.

Runner-up: Demaryius Thomas

Detroit Lions: Calvin Johnson

Calvin Johnson Lions

Detroit Lions: Calvin Johnson

Calvin Johnson Lions — In just eight-plus seasons, Calvin Johnson has piled up 686 catches for 10,979 yards and 77 touchdowns. He is a one-man wrecking crew that demands double- and even sometimes triple-teams. In 2012, his 122-catch, 1,964-yard season broke Jerry Rice's single-season yardage record. A few more good seasons and some postseason success will vault Johnson into Canton.

Runner-up: Herman Moore

In just eight-plus seasons, Calvin Johnson has piled up 686 catches for 10,979 yards and 77 touchdowns. He is a one-man wrecking crew that demands double- and even sometimes triple-teams. In 2012, his 122-catch, 1,964-yard season broke Jerry Rice's single-season yardage record. A few more good seasons and some postseason success will vault Johnson into Canton.

Runner-up: Herman Moore

Green Bay Packers: Don Hutson

Don Hutson Packers

Green Bay Packers: Don Hutson

Don Hutson Packers — Long before the NFL turned into a passing league, Green Bay's Don Hutson set the standard for wide receiver play. In the 1930s and 1940s, Hutson smoked his competition at the position. He led the NFL in receiving yards seven times, catches eight times and touchdowns eight times. He was a four-time Pro Bowler and was a Hall of Famer in 1963.

Runner-up: Sterling Sharpe

Long before the NFL turned into a passing league, Green Bay's Don Hutson set the standard for wide receiver play. In the 1930s and 1940s, Hutson smoked his competition at the position. He led the NFL in receiving yards seven times, catches eight times and touchdowns eight times. He was a four-time Pro Bowler and was a Hall of Famer in 1963.

Runner-up: Sterling Sharpe

Houston Texans: Andre Johnson

Andre Johnson Texans

Houston Texans: Andre Johnson

Andre Johnson Texans — Since the Texans' entered the league in 2002, Andre Johnson has been the best player in franchise history. Johnson made the Pro Bowl seven times and was named first-team All-Pro twice. Johnson is the franchise-leader in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns.

Runner-up: DeAndre Hopkins

Since the Texans' entered the league in 2002, Andre Johnson has been the best player in franchise history. Johnson made the Pro Bowl seven times and was named first-team All-Pro twice. Johnson is the franchise-leader in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns.

Runner-up: DeAndre Hopkins

Baltimore-Indianapolis Colts: Raymond Berry

Raymond Berry

Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts: Raymond Berry

Raymond Berry — Throughout his 13-year career with the Baltimore Colts, Raymond Berry was Johnny Unitas' No. 1 target in the passing game, as both a sure-handed receiver and playmaker. Berry came up big when it mattered most, especially in the 1958 NFL Championship game with 12 receptions for 178 yards. He finished his career with 631 receptions for 9,275 yards and 68 touchdowns. Berry was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1973.

Runner-up: Marvin Harrison

Throughout his 13-year career with the Baltimore Colts, Raymond Berry was Johnny Unitas' No. 1 target in the passing game, as both a sure-handed receiver and playmaker. Berry came up big when it mattered most, especially in the 1958 NFL Championship game with 12 receptions for 178 yards. He finished his career with 631 receptions for 9,275 yards and 68 touchdowns. Berry was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1973.

Runner-up: Marvin Harrison

Jacksonville Jaguars: Jimmy Smith

Jimmy Smith Jaguars

Jacksonville Jaguars: Jimmy Smith

Jimmy Smith Jaguars — Jimmy Smith was a Jaguar from the very first game of the franchise history until the day he retired after 2005. Smith ranks in the top 20 for receptions and receiving yards all-time, ranking 15th and 16th in both categories. He led the NFL in receptions in 1999 with 116, when the Jaguars had their greatest season of all-time going 14-2. Smith is the franchise-leader in receptions, yards and touchdowns.

Runner-up: Keenan McCardell

Jimmy Smith was a Jaguar from the very first game of the franchise history until the day he retired after 2005. Smith ranks in the top 20 for receptions and receiving yards all-time, ranking 15th and 16th in both categories. He led the NFL in receptions in 1999 with 116, when the Jaguars had their greatest season of all-time going 14-2. Smith is the franchise-leader in receptions, yards and touchdowns.

Runner-up: Keenan McCardell

Kansas City Chiefs: Otis Taylor

Kansas City Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs: Otis Taylor

Kansas City Chiefs — Tony Gonzalez is the greatest receiver in Chiefs history, but the Chiefs' greatest wide receiver is Otis Taylor. Taylor was a two-time Pro Bowler, an AFL All-Star, a two-time AFL Champion and a Super Bowl Champion. Some 40 years after he last played in the NFL, Taylor still ranks at or near the top of the major leader-boards for Chiefs' receivers.

Runner-up: None

Tony Gonzalez is the greatest receiver in Chiefs history, but the Chiefs' greatest wide receiver is Otis Taylor. Taylor was a two-time Pro Bowler, an AFL All-Star, a two-time AFL Champion and a Super Bowl Champion. Some 40 years after he last played in the NFL, Taylor still ranks at or near the top of the major leader-boards for Chiefs' receivers.

Runner-up: None

Miami Dolphins: Paul Warfield

Miami Dolphins

Miami Dolphins: Paul Warfield

Miami Dolphins — Due to the Dolphins' run-first attack of the 1970s, Paul Warfield didn't get as many opportunities to shine as players in later decades, but he was an inredible play-maker. From 1971-74, Warfield made the Pro Bowl, and while he didn't have man catches, he actually led the NFL in touchdowns in 1971. During his time in Miami, Warfield averaged 21 yards per catch and he was enshrined in Canton in 1983.

Runner-up: Mark Clayton

Due to the Dolphins' run-first attack of the 1970s, Paul Warfield didn't get as many opportunities to shine as players in later decades, but he was an inredible play-maker. From 1971-74, Warfield made the Pro Bowl, and while he didn't have man catches, he actually led the NFL in touchdowns in 1971. During his time in Miami, Warfield averaged 21 yards per catch and he was enshrined in Canton in 1983.

Runner-up: Mark Clayton

Minnesota Vikings: Randy Moss

Randy Moss Vikings

Minnesota Vikings: Randy Moss

Randy Moss Vikings — Randy Moss came into the NFL like a seasoned veteran and wrecked the NFL. Moss caught an NFL rookie-record 17 TDs in 1998, helping guide the Minnesota Vikings to their first NFC Championship Game since the 1987 strike-shortened season. No matter who threw him the ball, Moss was a consistent play-maker before being traded to Oakland in 2005.

Runner-up: Cris Carter

Randy Moss came into the NFL like a seasoned veteran and wrecked the NFL. Moss caught an NFL rookie-record 17 TDs in 1998, helping guide the Minnesota Vikings to their first NFC Championship Game since the 1987 strike-shortened season. No matter who threw him the ball, Moss was a consistent play-maker before being traded to Oakland in 2005.

Runner-up: Cris Carter

New England Patriots: Randy Moss

Randy Moss Patriots

New England Patriots: Randy Moss

Randy Moss Patriots — That's right, Randy Moss is the best receiver for both the Vikings and the New England Patriots. In New England's perfect 2007 regular season, he caught an NFL-record 23 TDs in one season. His touchdown late in Super Bowl XLII almost gave the Patriots' the first undefeated championship season since the 1972 Miami Dolphins.

Runner-up: Stanley Morgan

That's right, Randy Moss is the best receiver for both the Vikings and the New England Patriots. In New England's perfect 2007 regular season, he caught an NFL-record 23 TDs in one season. His touchdown late in Super Bowl XLII almost gave the Patriots' the first undefeated championship season since the 1972 Miami Dolphins.

Runner-up: Stanley Morgan

New Orleans Saints: Marques Colston

Marques Colston Saints

New Orleans Saints: Marques Colston

Marques Colston Saints — A seventh-round pick from Hofstra in 2006, Marques Colston went from afterthought to the Saints' career receiving leader. Although he has never made a Pro Bowl, Colston has been one of the most productive receivers since entering the league. In nine-plus seasons, Colston has three 1,000-yard seasons, four 80-plus catch seasons, and was the leading receiver on the Saints' Super Bowl XLIV Championship team.

Runner-up: Joe Horn

A seventh-round pick from Hofstra in 2006, Marques Colston went from afterthought to the Saints' career receiving leader. Although he has never made a Pro Bowl, Colston has been one of the most productive receivers since entering the league. In nine-plus seasons, Colston has three 1,000-yard seasons, four 80-plus catch seasons, and was the leading receiver on the Saints' Super Bowl XLIV Championship team.

Runner-up: Joe Horn

New York Giants: Amani Toomer

Amani Toomer Giants

New York Giants: Amani Toomer

Amani Toomer Giants — Amani Toomer was just a second-round pick in 1996, but he's the receiving leader in the long and rich history of the Giants. The Giants appeared in two Super Bowls with Toomer, winning once in 2007. In that Super Bowl, Toomer had a team-best six catches for 84 yards as the Giants upset the previously undefeated New England Patriots.

Runner-up: Frank Gifford

Amani Toomer was just a second-round pick in 1996, but he's the receiving leader in the long and rich history of the Giants. The Giants appeared in two Super Bowls with Toomer, winning once in 2007. In that Super Bowl, Toomer had a team-best six catches for 84 yards as the Giants upset the previously undefeated New England Patriots.

Runner-up: Frank Gifford

New York Jets: Don Maynard

Don Maynard Jets

New York Jets: Don Maynard

Don Maynard Jets — Don Maynard was one of the rare New York Jets receivers to have over 10,000 receiving yards over his career, and his exploits earned him Hall of Fame honors. Maynard's rapport with Joe Namath made them one of the best passing combinations in NFL history. The Namath-to-Maynard connection helped get the Jets to Super Bowl III where they upset the heavily favored Baltimore Colts.

Runner-up: Wayne Chrebet

Don Maynard was one of the rare New York Jets receivers to have over 10,000 receiving yards over his career, and his exploits earned him Hall of Fame honors. Maynard's rapport with Joe Namath made them one of the best passing combinations in NFL history. The Namath-to-Maynard connection helped get the Jets to Super Bowl III where they upset the heavily favored Baltimore Colts.

Runner-up: Wayne Chrebet

Oakland Raiders: Fred Biletnikoff

Fred Biletnikoff Raiders

Oakland Raiders: Fred Biletnikoff

Fred Biletnikoff Raiders — Despite the advantage of using Stick'em, Fred Biletnikoff was an all-time great for the Raiders. In Oakland's first Super Bowl win, Biletnikoff earned Super Bowl MVP honors despite not actually scoring in the game. The Biletnikoff Award, named after him, recognizes the top wide receiver in college football on an annual basis.

Runner-up: Tim Brown

Despite the advantage of using Stick'em, Fred Biletnikoff was an all-time great for the Raiders. In Oakland's first Super Bowl win, Biletnikoff earned Super Bowl MVP honors despite not actually scoring in the game. The Biletnikoff Award, named after him, recognizes the top wide receiver in college football on an annual basis.

Runner-up: Tim Brown

Philadelphia Eagles: Harold Carmichael

Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles: Harold Carmichael

Philadelphia Eagles — Had Terrell Owens not completely self-destruct after just his second season in Philly, he would've been on this list, but the nod here goes to Harold Carmichael. At six-foot-eight, you couldn't miss him on the outside. He's a four-time Pro Bowler who led the league in receptions and receiving yards in 1973. He was also the leading receiver for Philadelphia's 1980 squad that reached Super Bowl XV.

Runner-up: Tommy McDonald

Had Terrell Owens not completely self-destruct after just his second season in Philly, he would've been on this list, but the nod here goes to Harold Carmichael. At six-foot-eight, you couldn't miss him on the outside. He's a four-time Pro Bowler who led the league in receptions and receiving yards in 1973. He was also the leading receiver for Philadelphia's 1980 squad that reached Super Bowl XV.

Runner-up: Tommy McDonald

Pittsburgh Steelers: John Stallworth

John Stallworth Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers: John Stallworth

Johns Stallworth Steelers — Lynn Swann was the flashier receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the most productive was John Stallworth. In his 14 seasons, Stallworth led the Steelers in receiving five times and was the hero of Super Bowl XIV. In that game, Stallworth had three receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown. In fact, Stallworth scored 12 touchdowns in 18 postseason games.

Runner-up: Hines Ward

Lynn Swann was the flashier receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the most productive was John Stallworth. In his 14 seasons, Stallworth led the Steelers in receiving five times and was the hero of Super Bowl XIV. In that game, Stallworth had three receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown. In fact, Stallworth scored 12 touchdowns in 18 postseason games.

Runner-up: Hines Ward

San Diego Chargers: Lance Alworth

Lance Alworth Chargers

San Diego Chargers: Lance Alworth

Lance Alworth Chargers — In the wide open offenses in the AFL, San Diego's Lance Alworth became one of the best offensive players of all time. In his first six years, Alworth had 384 catches for 7,747 yards and 70 touchdowns. Teamed with John Hadl, the Chargers had one of the best passing combos in NFL history. Alworth was also a seven-time Pro Bowler, a six-time First-Team All-Pro and won Super Bowl VI with Dallas.

Runner-up: Charlie Joiner

In the wide open offenses in the AFL, San Diego's Lance Alworth became one of the best offensive players of all time. In his first six years, Alworth had 384 catches for 7,747 yards and 70 touchdowns. Teamed with John Hadl, the Chargers had one of the best passing combos in NFL history. Alworth was also a seven-time Pro Bowler, a six-time First-Team All-Pro and won Super Bowl VI with Dallas.

Runner-up: Charlie Joiner

San Francisco 49ers: Jerry Rice

Jerry Rice 49ers

San Francisco 49ers: Jerry Rice

Jerry Rice 49ers — Jerry Rice is not just the greatest wide receiver who ever played, but probably the greatest player in NFL history. Rice holds the records for most career receptions, consecutive games with a reception and most touchdowns in a career among other records. He also came through in the playoffs, winning three Super Bowls with the 49ers and reaching Super Bowl 37 with the Raiders. Rice was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2010.

Runner-up: None

Jerry Rice is not just the greatest wide receiver who ever played, but probably the greatest player in NFL history. Rice holds the records for most career receptions, consecutive games with a reception and most touchdowns in a career among other records. He also came through in the playoffs, winning three Super Bowls with the 49ers and reaching Super Bowl 37 with the Raiders. Rice was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2010.

Runner-up: None

Seattle Seahawks: Steve Largent

Steve Largent Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks: Steve Largent

Steve Largent Seahawks — In 14 seasons, all with Seattle, Steve Largent had 819 catches for 13,089 yards and 100 touchdowns, all without an elite QB. Largent was the team's first true superstar and helped the franchise go from expansion team in 1976 to contenders in 1983. He had eight 1,000-yard seasons and had three seasons with 10 or more touchdowns. Largent was a seven-time Pro Bowler and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1995.

Runner-up: None

In 14 seasons, all with Seattle, Steve Largent had 819 catches for 13,089 yards and 100 touchdowns, all without an elite QB. Largent was the team's first true superstar and helped the franchise go from expansion team in 1976 to contenders in 1983. He had eight 1,000-yard seasons and had three seasons with 10 or more touchdowns. Largent was a seven-time Pro Bowler and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1995.

Runner-up: None

Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams: Torry Holt

Torry Holt Rams

Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams: Torry Holt

Torry Holt Rams — From 200 to 2005, Torry Holt set an NFL record by becoming the only receiver in NFL history to post six consecutive years of 1,300 yards receiving. Although Kurt Warner, Marshall Faulk and Isaac Bruce were the biggest names on the "Greatest Show On Turf", Holt was the most productive receiver. Holt currently holds 11 different NFL records, including most receptions by a rookie in a Super Bowl with seven.

Runner-up: Isaac Bruce

From 200 to 2005, Torry Holt set an NFL record by becoming the only receiver in NFL history to post six consecutive years of 1,300 yards receiving. Although Kurt Warner, Marshall Faulk and Isaac Bruce were the biggest names on the "Greatest Show On Turf", Holt was the most productive receiver. Holt currently holds 11 different NFL records, including most receptions by a rookie in a Super Bowl with seven.

Runner-up: Isaac Bruce

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Keyshawn Johnson

Keyshaun Johnson Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Keyshawn Johnson

Keyshawn Johnson Buccaneers — Mike Evans is well on his way to challenging for this position in the future, but for now, Keyshawn Johnson earns the nod here. In three of his four seasons, Johnson had 70-plus receptions, had two 1,000-yard seasons, and helped Tampa Bay win Super Bowl XXXVII. His departure from Tampa was ugly, but he was a great player when he played for the Bucs.

Runner-up: Mark Carrier

Mike Evans is well on his way to challenging for this position in the future, but for now, Keyshawn Johnson earns the nod here. In three of his four seasons, Johnson had 70-plus receptions, had two 1,000-yard seasons, and helped Tampa Bay win Super Bowl XXXVII. His departure from Tampa was ugly, but he was a great player when he played for the Bucs.

Runner-up: Mark Carrier

Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans: Charley Hennigan

Tennessee Titans

Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans: Charley Hennigan

Tennessee Titans — In the 1960s, Charley Hennigan dominated opposing defensive backs in the wide-open AFL. He recorded three 1,000-yard seasons in 1961, '62 and '63 at a time where the passing game wasn't as developed as it is today. Hennigan had two 10-touchdown seasons and even had a 101-catch campaign in 1964.

Runner-up: Drew Hill

In the 1960s, Charley Hennigan dominated opposing defensive backs in the wide-open AFL. He recorded three 1,000-yard seasons in 1961, '62 and '63 at a time where the passing game wasn't as developed as it is today. Hennigan had two 10-touchdown seasons and even had a 101-catch campaign in 1964.

Runner-up: Drew Hill

Washington Redskins: Art Monk

Art Monk

Washington Redskins: Art Monk

Art Monk — Art Monk was a first-round selection by the Washington Redskins in 1980 and was immediately selected to the NFL All-Rookie Team after his first season. Monk would retire with 16 different Redskin records and seven NFL records, including most career receiving touchdowns and receiving yards. After a long wait, Monk was enshrined in Canton in 2008.

Runner-up: Charley Taylor

Art Monk was a first-round selection by the Washington Redskins in 1980 and was immediately selected to the NFL All-Rookie Team after his first season. Monk would retire with 16 different Redskin records and seven NFL records, including most career receiving touchdowns and receiving yards. After a long wait, Monk was enshrined in Canton in 2008.

Runner-up: Charley Taylor

Brian Kalchik is a Houston Texans writer and featured writer for www.RantSports.com. He also covers the NBA, College Basketball, Fantasy Sports, Clubhouse and College Football for the site. Follow him on Twitter, like him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google+.

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