I Ranked 108 NFL Wide Receivers Into Tiers

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Chapters
Intro 0:00
Breaking Down The Tiers: 0:24
Player Rankings 4:23
Additional List: 1:01:50

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

If you are more curious how the players in the "1 of 3" Tiers Rank against each other, see 1:01:54

[@canadiankid6545]

Can you drop the link to this on tiermaker?

[@swiftfire8513]

Thank you! The 1 of 3 was the only part of the video that was a little confusing to me so I appreciate the explanation at the end :)

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

@@canadiankid6545 tiermaker.com/create/nfl-wide-receivers-by-that-franchise-guy-330625

[@canadiankid6545]

@@ThatFranchiseGuy thank you, drop them for every video you do like this… you’re giving the people a great format unlike everything else on that website

[@paulmayer8654]

Curios why you would have St Brown so low. I know their system is different, but he graded as the #2 overall WR on PFF last year, and he’s had a better season this year. I’m not saying he’s top 5, but anything less than top 10 seems almost absurd. 🤷🏼‍♂️ It seems like you skew toward the sexy, big play in your rankings. He’s 4th in yards, 2nd in catches, T-5 in TDs. Stats aren’t everything, but let’s be real. There’s no way if there were mock drafts done to create new teams that even 10 WRs would be selected before him.

[@dillon_cole]

Seahawks are a great example of having three players in each of the “1 of 3” tiers

[@BiggoSuave]

If DK can take that next step in contested catches it’ll be a complete perfect tier corps

[@chazf2-watch164]

Amon Ra not being alpha is just pure disrespect cuz he plays slot… effects the game less than maybe 3-4 guys on this whole list.

[@joelbayens1269]

Dude is on crack

[@choosecarefully408]

1) affects. 2) He's not a Deep Threat. That's not just the play-calling. Drake London, A.J. Brown, Davante Adams & JSN are being limited by QB play & play-calling. Even Cortland Sutton. What we're seeing now is Amon-Ra's pinnacle. Enjoy it. It ain't gonna last forever.

[@michaelshan22]

If you saw the end of the list then you'd see that Marcus put him in the "Exceptional Starter" tier which is more indicative of his impact rather than his role. As a Lions fan I agree with the placement, he's one of the best football players at WR but his skillset is not that of a superstar, and he's in an offense that utlitizes his strengths perfectly. The guy is pretty similar to Cooper Kupp but just a bit smaller and thus less effective when it comes to being a deep threat, so the Lions don't use him that way.

[@choosecarefully408]

@@michaelshan22 I agree with _that_ 100%. I've been a coach. Working to the individual players' strengths was what I saw as being the task. It's ASTOUNDING how few NFL coaches _DO_ this. (Is Arthur Smith listening)? Everyone seems to forget that Ejiro Evero had the Same Defense that the Dolphins scored 70 points against as the #1 in the NFL last season. 1st to worst. So they had the potential to be either. Evero deserves some kind of medal. I think I heard somewhere that the lowly Panthers were 4th against the pass, possibly until before last week. _That_ guy is amazing. Flores lost two of the Vikings' best defensive players from last season & yet the Vikings went from last to middle. There's another underrated DC. Gannon & Steichen both might be better HCs than they were coordinators. But Sirianni isn't. The Eagles effed up.

[@ricardorivera7549]

@@choosecarefully408 huh? how u know this is amonras pinnacle. 3 straight years absolutely killing it, each better than the previous one. zero basis or proof that this is his ceiling

[@JustBreatheASMR]

Amazing video, I think the next one should be offensive tackles, that would finish off the top 5 most important positions in the NFL (QB, EDGE, CB, WR, OT)

[@CaptnKrksNippls]

Losing tank dell was so painfull seemed like it changed the whole vibe of the team

[@kbushfm]

Every time my Ravens could be #1, there's no power ranking show 😂😂😂😂.

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

Horrible timing, only fitting they should lose tomorrow now.

[@nicky9pins]

It’s simple, just beat the Dolphins

[@ojn8819cd]

@@ThatFranchiseGuylol makes sense

[@toekneecornhighsir7299]

Be grateful he isn't jinxing them!

[@JLA203]

@@ThatFranchiseGuy Olamide Zaccheaus need to be an elite alpha

[@beanie3427]

I'm about halfway through, and it really feels like there needs to be another category for alpha or elite slot receivers. Having Amon Ra St. Brown, Keenan Allen, and Chris Godwin in the same tier as Josh Downs or Rashee Rice is just kinda wild to me. I'd make that a category and move Deebo, Cooper, Amon Ra, and Keenan into it. Godwin and Puka would have some arguments as well.

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

Check out the end!

[@beanie3427]

@@ThatFranchiseGuy You always come through in the end haha

[@aaronbryce990]

Ja'marr chase had an elite year (his first year in the league), then he played excellent ball the following year but injuires kept him out part of the season. This year he's been the primary reason why this bengals offense works. Also he balled tf out in the postseason the past two years as well. Definitely elite.

[@DullNick23]

That ceedee lamb ranking saved me 50 more minutes of my time, thanks!

[@dannyg6939]

Cant get on board with amon ra as the 20th best receiver in the NFL. I know hes not a deep threat but he makes so many plays and timely catches for one of the best offenses in the league. I think hes closer to deboo/cupp than lockett

[@JakeMC521]

The tiers aren't rankings. You're misunderstanding the video.

[@trynagocrayz12]

He said multiple times players are only ranked within tiers

[@dannyg6939]

@@trynagocrayz12 he does at the end

[@descartes_8696]

I somewhat agree. I don’t know about these tiers, but coming from a Bears fan, St. Brown is definitely better than Mooney. I wouldn’t put him above DJ Moore though.

[@gmoney356]

Not sure what more Pittman and Amon-Ra need to do to get in that second tier. No clue how DHop and Amari are above those 2

[@giglistignanipinza]

He explained. They're not threats on all 3 levels

[@gmoney356]

@@giglistignanipinza if he thinks that then he hasn’t watched either of them play this year, that simple. They both are great in screen work, short yardage, mid range, and deep balls.

[@giglistignanipinza]

@@gmoney356 Idk man. I don't think those guys scare a defense from the outside deep down field. Amari is the total package, extremely underrated.

[@t4d0W]

@@gmoney356 Its also simple that neither of those 2 receivers threaten opposing defenses in coverage to bend their gameplans for them. Pittman's a big downfield receiver but he's not crazy with his routes or separation. Sun God is great on the underneath stuff but he's nobody raves about him separating in isolation. If you have watched Cooper's tape even in the past, there are some consistent things that where is size/speed lends to getting separation especially on deep shots.

[@tobymorrell3987]

Pittman & Amon-Ra are not better than Amari Cooper.

[@nolanzeigler3781]

St Brown and Addison being in the same tier does not sit well.

[@michaelshan22]

They aren't in the same tier when it comes to impact and that's clearly stated near the end of the video at 1:01:58 where the list illustrates more WR ability than the role they play on offense.

[@nolanzeigler3781]

@@michaelshan22i noticed. It is better. Still think St Brown is better than the 20th ranked WR

[@michaelshan22]

@@nolanzeigler3781 Yea I agree for the most part. Amon-Ra is just a tricky player to quantify in terms of value because he's capable of playing so many roles on offense at a high level but isn't particularly great at the things that you'd normally expect out of an elite WR.

[@yeetusdeletus5714]

@@michaelshan22fasho he not your typical outside guy like a d hop or even a prototypical slot guy like kupp (both when they wasnt senior citizens), he really like deebo in the sense that he is not a normal receiver. That being said, amon ra is a top 10 receiver for me so yea the 20th still feels weird. Like the production dont necessarily line up wit the top dudes but he gon be there next year

[@tyrantcr]

Best one of these ranking videos yet, great idea on the way to tier them

[@aecet9652]

Amazing video my man thank k you

[@Donz01]

good list, im not a bengals fan but i think chase is definitely elite

[@jaredcurrie5338]

What a way to begin ushering in the new year, thanks for all the great content in 2023 Marcus.

[@MarkusfromH]

Great content! This gives me a superb overview and comparison of all the widereceivers! Just great! Thank you so much! Would love this same ranking for all the other position groups! But I guess access to that content will require Patreon membership? Thanks a lot for this ranking!

[@brysenart]

absolutely love the content, but as a biased bengals fan, not sure how you can say ja'marr hasn't had a season where he could be considered in the current tier aj brown is in. rookie year was 1455 yards and 13 touchdowns in essentially 16 games, he played a couple snaps on the first drive week 18 vs cleveland that year, 1455 and 13 is slightly better than, if not at least equal with 1496 and 11 which is what aj had last year, which put him in that tier for most people. year 2 he missed 5 games but played at a pace of 1482 yards and 13 touchdowns, this year without missed time he'd be on pace for 1400 and 8 touchdowns, with arguably below average qb play more often than not. i get the injury knock, but he definitely doesn't need to do any more production wise imo, he still explodes in ways most players simply aren't capable of quite consistently, 266 and 3 td to clinch playoffs vs kc, 192 and 3 vs arizona this year, 201 against baltimore, he's gone for over 100 more times than he's gone for under 50. i don't see how he isn't there

[@jacksonklark6119]

Love these videos

[@BrightHornet936]

Iosivas has been incredible. Almost every catch has been a highlight reel play.

[@Det.johnkimble]

Your description Kadarius Toney fits word for word about Quez Watkins

[@Alex-ye1br]

Saw every Chargers game, every QJ snap, and seeing where you put him truly makes me question your sanity. Great stuff.

[@alexallegood1040]

These are great 👍🏽 !

[@tweezy6662]

Great video. Im glad you have kalif raymond as the number 1 gadget wr. Outside of detroit not to many people realize how many diffrent things he can do on the field

[@Merten5]

Love this!!!

[@forrest_h0633]

i’ve been waiting for this one! as a bears fan i’m excited to see where did moore is. gonna listen to this to get me through college apps 😅

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

Good luck!

[@itscebby8882]

Mike Evans: 10 consecutive 1,000 yard seasons (One season short of Jerry Rice, not sure if you've heard of him), 5 seasons with twelve of more receiving TDs, 5 time pro bowler catching passes from 8 different QBs including Josh McCown and Mike Glennon who he put up over 1,000 yards and 12 TDs with and Jameis Winston for half his career who just wanted to play keep away with the football every season That Franchise guy: "Not Elite"

[@chasejones817]

these are amazing

[@alijahjeffery1942]

These are some of the most insane takes I've seen in a long time 🤣🤣

[@yup9715]

Ceedee in elite imo but really good list. Of all people I knew you would know how good Garrett Wilson is!

[@scouthedog]

As a cowboys fan we might be screwed without him.

[@yup9715]

@@scouthedog Agreed, dude is just always open it seems.

[@scouthedog]

@@yup9715 slant merchant I ain’t even gonna lie 😂

[@lawsonjamestrades776]

The best NFL content out and it’s no debate

[@bena3780]

Great video! I’m surprised at how low you are on Pickens do you have a reason for that besides bad qb play

[@marcv9311]

Love the vids Marcus. I think this is an example of why we need tiers that are in order from best to worst. Having Amon Ra after guys like Gabe Davis, Chris olave, Darius slayton, Drake London just seems so wrong when he should be a top 10 WR easy. Even Brandon cooks and Hollywood over Keenan just seems unfair.

[@Merten5]

You should do this kind of thing for best ball too!!!

[@michaelshan22]

Great list. I personally would put D-Hop a tier lower into X and maybe move Chase up into that Elite tier. I think Ja'Marr is still probably the biggest freak athlete at the WR position and his peaks are up there with Tyreek's on how he can impact games. And although Hopkins still can run solid routes at all three levels I feel he's lost some of the juice he had in his prime.

[@donquicemarzett4009]

I know this was 2 months ago but Chase certainly is an Elite Alpha, no questions asked.

[@rthraitor]

i don't understand putting hopkins in Alpha and Evans as an X lol

[@alyssaharger6992]

To future me: Are all the chiefs WRs besides Rashee Rice in the bottom tier?

[@alyssaharger6992]

Pretty damn close

[@The_Texan_American]

Lamb should def be top tier. Bro is built different

[@lousanus8781]

The KZbin football goat

[@JCowboy88]

Im curious of what you think of Kavontae Turpin. Does Jayden Reed have potential to be #1 for the Packers? One comment is that I think Lamb should be up one tier but the lowest of that tier.

[@boogieturner7447]

nacua can definitely be an alpha one day. he’s the same size as kupp, kupp is maybe just a little better after the catch. and though puka doesnt have tyreek/hollywood speed, he’s showed at times (browns game) that he has plenty of speed to stretch the field if he needs to.

[@2flannelsfishing895]

Only big thing is fix is AJ Brown is definitely not in that very top tier, there’s a clear tier break after Jefferson and Hill and he’s not on their caliber, Brown fits in perfectly with Lamb and Chase in thag next tier

[@braydonweebgames7466]

Amon ra is an alpha wr. Sun god is tied for most 100 yard games this year.

[@DaltonBurrowsz]

I know Irwin would be a WR4 but i would’ve loved a mention he’s awesome!

[@CatchCraftInc]

I know Charlie jones has been injured a lot of the year but I think he can be a future starter in the slot for the bengals!

[@sportsfanforever4]

tae wicks disrespect is real that man is legit as a separator and rac guy

[@VicInNocal]

35:00 As a Bears fan, I agree completely on your views of Mooney and Moore. If the Bears draft Caleb, they should NOT let Mooney exit the building.

[@defenderofthenorth52]

You knowwww we gotta see IDL next!

[@davydinsmore5811]

I love you TFG but I feel ya did my Rams WRs dirty

[@JakeSmith-vm5qx]

Any shot you could share the tiermaker link?

[@jacobcasel9126]

I know you put him pretty low on the wr4 section but i think wicks has chris godwin type potential. Already looks rugged in the slot and has flashed potential with his releases (even if he’s not always on the same page as his qb yet).

[@matthewwhite8484]

My problem with the Amon-Ra ranking is you shouldn’t punish a guy for being 1 dimensional if he’s that good at what he does/the value he provides. Crude example but if we put Kelce on here (he’s basically a WR let’s be real) by your logic he’d go into the same category as Amon-Ra because he never runs any deep routes/isn’t any sort of a deep threat

[@t4d0W]

Except Kelce as a receiver adds amazing value being a 6'5" 260 lbs body as a blocker. Who can delay block then turn into a receiver in pass designs and practically get some big open looks that way. His size also makes him a mismatch against most safeties/DBs and it doesn't help when he can line up outside other than the slot or in-line. Also I don't think Amon Ra is being punished being one dimensional. But in a vacuum, alpha type receivers or even Kelce add so much more dimension to the offense and can even enhance the strength of a great scheme like Ben JOhnson's. It is what great athletes with skills do after all.

[@JTswag187]

You’re severely underrating Dortch. He’s starting caliber

[@ChumblesMumbles]

Have to reluctantly agree on Rashod Bateman - the team kept wanting him to be better but he's inconsistent and keeps on not stepping up. Now the Ravens finally moved on and got Zay who's a real dude and you can tell the difference. Bateman is a #4 and with Justice Hill catching balls out of the backfield he may well be turning into a #5 option.

[@Chill.ill665]

Just traded for jeudy, sortof a short analysis, can you or @anyone go a lil more in depth on his dynasty outlook?

[@starvinq6174]

what is it with the mike evans bs he has better stats than devante adams over his career and he is not an alpha wtf

[@DynastyFF777]

I think a lot of these 1 of 3 slot/utility guys are underrated in this model. Guys like Amon-Ra, Keenan, Godwin, Puka, Pittman are almost 2 of 3 guys

[@kriswiedmeier3268]

Broncos fan here, I would kill for Juedy to play like you have ranked him but I’ve completely given up on him unfortunately

[@bouji_]

33:50 Did you mean Matt Harmon? Waldman does the Rookie Scouting Portfolio. I'm not sure if you misspoke on the name or the product.

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

Misspoke, thanks!

[@daylencymbalist3821]

Lmao all these people not going to the end of the video. That being said there’s something about Amon-Ra at number 20 that just doesn’t sit right. Maybe I just have to shake a latent bias towards my Lions, but something feels off. So many good receivers it’s crazy

[@beanie3427]

Blind receiver comparison with stats since the start of 2022: Player A: 26 games played 109 receptions on 175 targets (62.2 catch%) 1877 total yards 16 total touchdowns PFF Grade- 72.4 (2022) and 83.3 (2023) TFG's Tier Ranking - Alpha Player B: 32 games played 150 receptions on 260 targets (57.6 catch%) 2410 total yards 14 total touchdowns PFF Grade- 81.2 (2022) and 80.3 (2023) TFG Tier Ranking - Alpha Player C: 30 games played 212 receptions on 292 targets (72.6 catch%) 2550 total yards 14 total touchdowns PFF Grade- 90.7 (2022) and 88.4 (2023) TFG Tier Ranking - 1 of 3 Slot/Utility

[@descartes_8696]

I see what you’re doing here, sir. In his defense, Cupp was hurt for a majority of time, so I think he’s going off potential and impact. Regardless, St. Brown should at least be in Alpha’s

[@beanie3427]

@@descartes_8696 Actually Kupp wasn't one of the receivers I put up there. St. Brown was player C, but Player A was Deebo Samuel and Player B was Amari Cooper. I wanted to get a player with slightly more games played and a player with slightly fewer, to show that St. Brown is producting at an elite level regardless compared to a lot of the guys he has ahead of him. In fact, if you take all of the stats over the past two seasons from the players he has as Alphas or better, Amon Ra St. Brown has outproduced 8/13 players in terms of receiving yards and has either tied or beaten 5/13 in touchdowns. His PFF grades are also up there with the best in the league. I just firmly believe that, even though he's not a traditional outside WR, ARSB is still one of the 10 best receivers in this league.

[@descartes_8696]

@@beanie3427 Hell yea, you fooled me. All in all, I get your point

[@calvinball1]

As soon as I saw that you could get to "1-of-3" ie. a #2 by virtue of being a deep threat, I was Intensely Curious as to where Marquez Valdes-Scantling was going to land!

[@immacamel9]

Good video as always but I strongly disagree putting Demario Douglas a whole tier above Romeo Doubs

[@jeremyarodriguez]

Came here to see where Toney landed. Did not leave disappointed.

[@skipadbutton7526]

Interesting concept because the tiers are structured based on role and skill. A cool approach but snubs guys like Amon Ra who I feel is better than half of the people technically above him on the list.

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

Yep, I made another list at the end of the video to reflect that too 👍

[@paulmayer8654]

He’s better than at least half of the “alphas”

[@t4d0W]

I mean being able to line up anywhere on the field as a receiver and still product results or even explosive plays is a plus. Kupp sorta gets mixed in the convo with the type of receiver Amon Ra is but the former is obviously bigger which makes him an even key extension to the run block game. Along with his crazy route running where he can practically line up anywhere and impact matchups against DBs. Maybe Amon Ra can get to that point but as of now, he's just a perfect fit as a slot guy who can run block for Ben Johnson's system.

[@chasebaker5903]

Is there a link to this tier list?

[@jbirzer]

Always fun seeing you pound the table for Dyami Brown, when he just hasn't done it with any consistency to be put on the field. Believe me, I'd love it to happen for him, but it just hasn't. Maybe a third OC will be the charm.

[@peytonwebb4736]

Baby wake up Marcus made a new tier maker

[@jdwildcat4823]

only issue i have w this list is that Amon-Ra is better at this point than everyone in the Alpha tier other than CeeDee Lamb, and it's certainly arguable that he's better than Lamb too.

[@Dman13___]

YES

[@ron1346]

Darnell Mooney is FAR too high based on this year.

[@JakeStarz.]

Power rankings bout to be juicy😂😂. I wanna see where the 49ers and eagles are now. There’s a difference when a team blow out bad teams and a team that blew out Lions, Seahawks, 49ers, and Dolphins

[@treventallent4916]

Where are the Ravens at now tho?

[@adandf_1643]

To see DHOP as a alpha while amon ra is 1-3 guy in the year 2024 is absurd imo

[@JeKramxel]

Great job!! Still think you're sleeping a bit on Joshua Palmer (you and I were not a fan of him coming out), but he's (not so) quietly turning into Keenan Allen, go check the relevant stats, it's uncanny. He's had to deal with some injuries, so that may be a concern, but he's definitely out-playing our early expectations.

[@lanesansom9209]

Thank God , I've been so bored lately 😂

[@slick7362]

Curious where Donovan Peoples Jones would rank, I know he’s having a quiet season but still think he could definitely be a true #4 at least.

[@trevord4288]

Flip 3 and 4 and I like it

[@antekm2639]

Pierce has the potential to be a good deep threat. Minshew doesn't really target him that much but when he gets shots downfield he can make things happen

[@t4d0W]

lol potential is the key word. Was the case of his rookie season and even the start where Steichen's play design was going to get Richardson big deep shots to a target like Pierce. But until he can be more consistent with that, steady receivers like Pittman and Josh Downs are going to get the lions share of targets.

[@osirisapex7483]

Putting Wandale Robinson in the same tier as Amon-Ra is certainly a choice

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

Keep watching haha (I agree)

[@calvinball1]

That Franchise Guy is on a VERY short list of people who I'd click on "I Ranked 108 NFL Wide Receivers Into Tiers" for, lol

[@manuelviellieber4763]

22:05 another thing for Jalin Hyatt: if the Giants at least a halfway capable QB, he would have much better stats overall. The amount of time he’s open on tape and our QBs just blatantly miss him makes me sick.

[@DennisShumar11]

If there was another guy on the outside to draw coverage or a better line he wouldn’t be getting pressed at the line every single play which is something he has struggled with. I love hyat and I’m a giants fan and I’d love nabers to pair. Panthers traded DJ Moore so they’re gonna be at the bottom of the Wr list but we without a doubt have the worst wr core in the league for depth and overall current talent

[@vinnieandhispizza6299]

I am sorry, but where you ranked Puka Nakua is criminal. He was the Rams offense for several weeks. He put the entire offense on his back repeatedly this season and belongs bare minimum in the 1 of 3 alpha potential tier.

[@kyleland2241]

Where would you have Demarcus Robinson for the Rams? Since he came in for Tutu the offense has taken off

[@ThatFranchiseGuy]

He has been awesome! Not convinced it holds up but WR4 is where I'd have him.

[@connormacleod908]

Think Elijah Moore is a slot guy not a gadget player. Now that Flacco is in there he’s actually being used as a receiver rather than a gadget player.

[@romeda5156]

The Keenan Allen disrespect is an insult to my intelligence and eye sight

[@12smart90]

Im not sure if id say terry has size like CD and JJ, odd statement to me

[@mandomerlie1997]

Awesome video! But we all know Jake Bobo should’ve been ranked #1.

[@tuffpuppy2030]

I have to disagree with Bateman in WR4 tier. Hard to truly improve on drops in game when he’s simply not getting thrown too despite being open extremely often. Him and Zay aren’t too far apart

[@Chem329]

If the tiers aren’t in order what’s the point

[@GibbonBonez]

boom!

[@shawnjohnson8675]

WR’s my favorite position in all of football.

[@Theodoredarling]

St brown is definitely a top 10 receiver

[@honestfan420]

Ja’Marr Chase not being in the top tier is criminal.

[@michealhornets6535]

I think your mightily low on Curtis Samuel. Look at what he’s done in certain weeks. I think if he played with Mahomes on the chiefs he would be an easy 1000 yard receiver. He just fighting with Jahan and mclaurin to get targets from Howell

[@descartes_8696]

Completely agree with DJ Moore. Bad take on Mooney. He’s regressed, route running isn’t as sharp and drops too many passes. I don’t think the chemistry is there with he and Fields anymore honestly

[@davidwinston8122]

I know people are gonna disagree with the Puka ranking but he’s probably not as good as his numbers. He gets a lot of usage and is elite in certain areas but maybe not an alpha like people think he is.

[@colelittle4495]

Sleeping on addison. Should be at least alpha potential, he tore it up with kirk when jj was hurt

[@Theodoredarling]

Mike Evans is so slept on he’s gotta be better than terry mclaurin

[@jaredlopez4361]

The Keenan Allen disrespect is insane