Most career receptions (NFL)
The current most career receptions (nfl) record is 1,549 receptions, held by Jerry Rice. Last checked October 14, 2026.
1,549
receptions
Jerry Rice
- Holder
- Jerry Rice
- Record
- 1,549 receptions
- Recognized by
- National Football League
- Last checked
- October 14, 2026
Sources
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