Fastest to 5,000 receiving yards by an NFL receiver, among active players
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Justin Jefferson’s record is safe for now. The closest active receiver, Malik Nabers, would need 120 a game over his next 24 games.
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- Puka Nacua
- Justin Jefferson
- Malik Nabers
| # | Player and seasons | Games |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson2020 – 2023 | 52 | |
| Puka Nacua2023 – 2026At an avg of 107 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 52 games | 51 | |
| Malik Nabers2024 – 2026At an avg of 81 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 63 games | 27 | |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba2023 – 2026At an avg of 105 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 64 games | 60 | |
| Chris Olave2022 – 2026At an avg of 86 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 70 games | 63 | |
| Zay Flowers2023 – 2026At an avg of 75 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 75 games | 58 | |
| George Pickens2022 – 2026At an avg of 75 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 76 games | 73 | |
| Nico Collins2021 – 2026At an avg of 73 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 76 games | 72 | |
| Drake London2022 – 2026At an avg of 79 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 76 games | 71 | |
| Rashee Rice2023 – 2026At an avg of 68 per game, will cross 5,000 receiving yards at 76 games | 33 |
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Method
- Box scores start in 1954, so 91 careers that began earlier aren't here.
- An active player who got to 5,000 receiving yards before this season is on the all-time board with his rank.