Most Career Receiving Yards by a New Orleans Saints Player
The New Orleans Saints have developed some of the NFL’s most productive receivers over the years. From Marques Colston’s record-setting consistency to Michael Thomas’s historic start, the Saints’ all-time receiving leaders reflect eras of explosive offense and dependable production.
This list dives into the top 10 players with the most career receiving yards in franchise history — tight ends, wideouts, and even running backs who changed how New Orleans moved the ball.
Top 10 All-Time Receiving Yard Leaders
10. Hoby Brenner – 3,849 Yards
Brenner brought steady production and tough blocking from the tight end spot for over a decade, helping lay the foundation for future Saints offenses.
9. Lance Moore – 4,281 Yards
Moore was a reliable slot weapon for Drew Brees, making clutch catches and dancing his way into the end zone during the Saints’ Super Bowl era.
8. Devery Henderson – 4,377 Yards
A true deep threat, Henderson stretched the field with his speed and delivered some of the most explosive plays of the Payton-Brees era.
7. Alvin Kamara – 4,762 Yards
One of the NFL’s most versatile weapons, Kamara racked up nearly 5,000 receiving yards as a running back, proving nearly impossible to cover one-on-one.
6. Jimmy Graham – 4,791 Yards
At his peak, Graham was uncoverable, blending size and athleticism to dominate the red zone and put up record-setting tight end numbers.
5. Danny Abramowicz – 4,875 Yards
Abramowicz starred in the Saints’ early years, leading the NFL in catches one season and consistently finding ways to move the chains.
4. Michael Thomas – 6,569 Yards
“Can’t Guard Mike” broke the NFL record for receptions in a season, won Offensive Player of the Year, and quickly climbed the Saints’ leaderboard.
3. Joe Horn – 7,622 Yards
Horn was the face of the Saints’ offense in the early 2000s, known for his fiery personality and big-play ability—plus an unforgettable touchdown cell phone celebration.
2. Eric Martin – 7,854 Yards
Martin quietly posted seven straight seasons with over 900 yards, becoming a model of consistency in New Orleans.
1. Marques Colston – 9,759 Yards
A seventh-round gem, Colston developed instant chemistry with Drew Brees and became the Saints’ all-time leader in receptions, yards, and touchdowns.
Ranking the 10 best career receiving yard performances in New Orleans Saints history
Top 50 Career Receiving Yards Performances in Saints History
From Marques Colston’s dependable brilliance to Michael Thomas’s record-breaking stretch, these Saints legends have set the bar for receiving excellence in New Orleans. As new playmakers emerge, they’ll look to etch their names alongside these all-time greats.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marques Colston | 9759 |
| 2 | Eric Martin | 7854 |
| 3 | Joe Horn | 7622 |
| 4 | Michael Thomas | 6569 |
| 5 | Danny Abramowicz | 4875 |
| 6 | Jimmy Graham | 4791 |
| 7 | Alvin Kamara | 4762 |
| 8 | Devery Henderson | 4377 |
| 9 | Lance Moore | 4281 |
| 10 | Hoby Brenner | 3849 |
| 11 | Quinn Early | 3758 |
| 12 | Henry Childs | 3224 |
| 13 | Brandin Cooks | 2861 |
| 14 | Wes Chandler | 2801 |
| 15 | Donte’ Stallworth | 2791 |
| 16 | Robert Meachem | 2707 |
| 17 | Pierre Thomas | 2608 |
| 18 | Chris Olave | 2565 |
| 19 | Michael Haynes | 2368 |
| 20 | Dave Parks | 2254 |
| 21 | Dalton Hilliard | 2233 |
| 22 | Tony Galbreath | 2221 |
| 23 | Torrance Small | 2180 |
| 24 | Reggie Bush | 2142 |
| 25 | Jeff Groth | 2073 |
| 26 | Darren Sproles | 1981 |
| 27 | Willie Snead | 1971 |
| 28 | Bob Newland | 1877 |
| 29 | Floyd Turner | 1808 |
| 30 | Mark Ingram | 1804 |
| 31 | Tre’Quan Smith | 1764 |
| 32 | Andre Hastings | 1741 |
| 33 | Deuce McAllister | 1720 |
| 34 | Ike Harris | 1710 |
| 35 | Lonzell Hill | 1696 |
| 36 | Keith Poole | 1696 |
| 37 | Jerome Pathon | 1682 |
| 38 | Eugene Goodlow | 1677 |
| 39 | Kenny Stills | 1640 |
| 40 | Juwan Johnson | 1622 |
| 41 | John Tice | 1603 |
| 42 | Ben Watson | 1587 |
| 43 | Willie Jackson | 1569 |
| 44 | Rashid Shaheed | 1556 |
| 45 | Wayne Wilson | 1517 |
| 46 | Jeremy Shockey | 1460 |
| 47 | Ted Ginn Jr. | 1417 |
| 48 | Al Dodd | 1382 |
| 49 | Irv Smith | 1300 |
| 50 | Jared Cook | 1209 |
From Marques Colston’s dependable brilliance to Michael Thomas’s record-breaking stretch, these Saints legends have set the bar for receiving excellence in New Orleans. As new playmakers emerge, they’ll look to etch their names alongside these all-time greats.
FAQ SECTION
Who holds the Saints’ record for most career receiving yards?
Marques Colston leads the franchise with 9,759 career receiving yards.
Which Saints tight end ranks highest on this list?
Jimmy Graham is the top-ranked tight end, finishing with 4,791 receiving yards.
Are any active players included among the top 10?
Yes—Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara are both active and continuing to climb the ranks.
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