Most receiving yards in a single season (NFL)
The current most receiving yards in a single season (nfl) record is 1,964 yards, held by Calvin Johnson. Last checked October 14, 2026.
1,964
yards
Calvin Johnson
- Holder
- Calvin Johnson
- Record
- 1,964 yards
- Exact figure
- 1,964 yards (2012)
- Recognized by
- National Football League
- Last checked
- October 14, 2026
Sources
- Pro-Football-Reference Rec yds single season
- CBS Sports Calvin johnson puka nacua nfl receiving record
- nfl.com Calvin johnson s amazing career makes him hall of fame worthy 0ap3000000642219
- espn.com Who break nfl single season receiving yards record
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