wide receiver
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Zay Flowers, who became the NFL's fourth highest-paid wide receiver in the off-season, made five catches for a career-high 150 yards and a touchdown in the first half alone at the Indianapolis Colts.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the star wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, has played there since 2023, benefiting from the state’s lack of income tax.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Haydn Parry: It will be interesting to see how wide receiver Carnell Tate, fourth overall pick by Tennessee, adapts among the big boys.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
On the second play of the Chargers’ second possession, Herbert connected with wide receiver Quentin Johnston over the middle on a sensational 65-yard touchdown pass.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
Sir is our starting small forward and our number one wide receiver.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
