There’s an argument that may be made that the large receiver place within the NFL is extra proficient than it has ever been, with star gamers everywhere in the league, from Tyreek Hill of the Miami Dolphins to Ja’Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals and Minnesota Vikings famous person Justin Jefferson, to call just some.
Though there are a couple of gamers within the dialog for finest large receiver within the league, and a few who may ultimately get there, like rookies Malik Nabers and Marvin Harrison Jr., Jefferson could be the cream of the crop, as he solely appears to be getting higher and hasn’t missed a beat catching passes from Sam Darnold as an alternative of Kirk Cousins.
One one that is aware of what it takes to be the NFL’s elite large receiver is San Francisco 49ers legend Jerry Rice.
The consensus amongst present and previous NFL gamers appears to be that Rice is the most effective the league has ever seen at large receiver, with Randy Moss doubtless subsequent in line due to his lack of Tremendous Bowl titles.
Subsequently, Rice’s opinion is revered, particularly when he names Jefferson as his favourite large receiver within the league as we speak.
“What he does on the football field is just incredible. … I would say J.J. is the guy because he can do it all,” Rice mentioned on “Carlin vs. Joe.”
Who’s Jerry Rice’s favourite WR within the NFL proper now?@JerryRice says his favourite is Justin Jefferson.
“He can do it all.” pic.twitter.com/rEG0G7zGwg— Carlin vs. Joe (@CarlinvsJoe) October 17, 2024
Regardless that Rice named present 49ers stars Brandon Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings, the three-time Tremendous Bowl champion has a smooth spot for Jefferson.
With the Vikings taking part in at a excessive stage proper now, there’s an opportunity Jefferson can win that elusive first ring if Minnesota can proceed to dominate transferring ahead.
