wide receiver

NOUN

football position

Synonyms

WEAK

pass receiver primary receiver receiver wide out

Example Sentences

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University of Texas quarterback Arch Manning has an NIL valuation of $5.4 million, for example, and Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has an NIL value of $4.2 million, according to database On3.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

They could try to draft a wide receiver or defensive tackle, but their options might be limited.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

They released wide receiver Tyreek Hill last month and have agreed to trade safety Minkah Fitzpatrick to the New York Jets.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

The Minnesota Vikings have paid tribute to wide receiver Rondale Moore after the 25-year-old was found dead at his home on Sunday.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

He was tall and brown, built thin and powerful like a wide receiver.

From "Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates