NFL WR Power Rankings: Ranking the Top 32
By Evan Massey
4. Demaryius Thomas, Denver Broncos
Once again, Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas is among the top five receivers in the entire NFL. He has caught 96 passes for 1,389 yards and 11 touchdowns, and has helped boost Peyton Manning’s numbers with his ability to make plays after the catch. Without him on the roster, the Broncos’ offense would lose a lot of the big play potential that they have.
3. Julio Jones, Atlanta Falcons
It has been good to see Atlanta Falcons star wide receiver Julio Jones come back with a monster season after a season-ending foot injury last year. Jones has come through with 100 catches for 1,535 yards and six touchdowns. His touchdown numbers could obviously be better, but at 6’3″ with the speed that he has it is unfair for opposing cornerbacks to try and defend him.
2. Jordy Nelson, Green Bay Packers
Jordy Nelson has been one of the most underrated wide receivers in the NFL over the past few seasons, and has begun turning the media’s head this year. He has been Aaron Rodgers’ number one target most of the year, and has put up 1,433 yards and 13 touchdowns on 92 receptions this year. Green Bay is one of the favorites to make the Super Bowl from the NFC, and Nelson is a big reason for their success this season.
1. Antonio Brown, Pittsburgh Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers were a bit of a surprise this season as well, and will be a major factor in the AFC playoffs. Antonio Brown has been a huge playmaker on the offensive side of the football for Ben Roethlisberger, and has caught 122 passes for 1,570 yards and 12 touchdowns. Needless to say, the 5’10” wide receiver out of Central Michigan has proven himself to be a superstar this year.