wide receiver
noun
: a football receiver who normally lines up several yards to the side of the offensive formation
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As Peyton pointed out, Cooper was a wide receiver, so his wheels must come from his father.
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Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
However, Smith, who was turns 30 in August and was due to earn $4.8 million, probably would have been the No. 4 offensive option behind Hill, wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and running back De’Von Achane.
—David Furones, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
One of the biggest additions was the commitment of Duncanville wide receiver Ayson ‘Ace’ Theus.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2025
The Eagles have arguably one of the best wide receiver duos in the league, and Barkley is poised to build off his strong first season in Philly.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
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Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
However, Smith, who was turns 30 in August and was due to earn $4.8 million, probably would have been the No. 4 offensive option behind Hill, wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and running back De’Von Achane.
—David Furones, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
One of the biggest additions was the commitment of Duncanville wide receiver Ayson ‘Ace’ Theus.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2025
The Eagles have arguably one of the best wide receiver duos in the league, and Barkley is poised to build off his strong first season in Philly.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
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“Wide receiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wide%20receiver. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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