wide receiver

NOUN

football position

Synonyms

WEAK

pass receiver primary receiver receiver wide out

Example Sentences

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Branch was ranked as the nation’s No. 1 wide receiver out of Las Vegas Bishop Gorman High and considered a landmark recruiting win for USC coach Lincoln Riley.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 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

"We're the best in the world," Seattle wide receiver Jaxson Smith-Njigba screamed as the crowd cheered in response.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

Cardi B and New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs have fired up a new wave of breakup speculation, less than a year after going official.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

Just like back when you and Clancy pretended to be in the Super Bowl, him the quarterback and you the wide receiver.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds