NFL Rankings: 10 best wide receivers in the league

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) greets Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) following the game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) greets Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) following the game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) greets Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) following the game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) greets Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) following the game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

The NFL is in the midst of a renaissance with regard to offense, and while there is still a significant amount of talent at the running back position, the focus has certainly shifted from “ground and pound” to a more aerial assault for the majority of the league. While the quarterbacks get the lion’s share of the attention (and with good reason), the league continues to produce highly effective pass catchers, and in this space, we will explore the best wide receivers in the NFL today.

While there is little debate at the apex of the list (we’ll get there), the pickings were anything but slim in the middle and bottom tiers of the top-10 list, and as a result, there will almost definitely be a fan base that is up in arms after reading this. There will be a full-blown counseling session if needed, but until then, let’s unveil the top ten after a quick glance at the honorable mentions.