wide receiver
noun
: a football receiver who normally lines up several yards to the side of the offensive formation
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The avalanche of Miami Dolphins cuts Monday, which included the monumental release of wide receiver Tyreek Hill, began with outside linebacker Bradley Chubb.
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
At 16th overall would be an excellent spot to select a player like USC wide receiver Makai Lemon.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
Anderson was the high-school level MVP for wide receivers Saturday, while teammates JD Loveless, a defensive back, and Bryscen Robb, a running back, also earned position MVP honors.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Wiggins, 45, has been with the Aggies since 2024, serving as co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach for the past two seasons.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
At 16th overall would be an excellent spot to select a player like USC wide receiver Makai Lemon.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
Anderson was the high-school level MVP for wide receivers Saturday, while teammates JD Loveless, a defensive back, and Bryscen Robb, a running back, also earned position MVP honors.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Wiggins, 45, has been with the Aggies since 2024, serving as co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach for the past two seasons.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
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“Wide receiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wide%20receiver. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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