Most Career Receiving Yards by a Tennessee Titans Player

From Houston Oilers to Tennessee Titans — the greatest pass-catchers in franchise history

by SOG Sports

Most Career Receiving Yards by a Tennessee Titans Player

From the Houston Oilers days to the modern Tennessee Titans, the franchise has produced an impressive lineage of pass-catchers who piled up yardage in every era. Whether it was Charley Hennigan lighting up defenses in the AFL or Derrick Mason serving as a steady force in Nashville, these players etched their names into team history. Here are the legends who sit atop the Titans’ all-time receiving leaderboard.

TOP 10 LIST

10. Drew Bennett – 4,033 Yards
Bennett rose from an undrafted free agent to a primary target, posting a 1,200-yard season and becoming a reliable option during the early 2000s.

9. Delanie Walker – 4,423 Yards
Walker redefined the Titans’ tight end role, combining toughness with rare athleticism. His Pro Bowl years made him one of the NFL’s most respected tight ends.

8. Nate Washington – 4,591 Yards
Washington brought veteran leadership and big-play ability, topping 1,000 yards once and consistently stretching the field.

7. Frank Wycheck – 4,958 Yards
Wycheck was a dependable tight end whose versatility made him a fixture in the Titans’ offense, especially during their Super Bowl run.

6. Derrick Mason – 6,114 Yards
Mason’s smooth routes and sure hands anchored the passing attack for years. He was as consistent as they come, leading the team in receiving multiple seasons.

5. Haywood Jeffires – 6,119 Yards
Jeffires was a key part of the Oilers’ Run & Shoot offense, piling up catches and yards with Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon.

4. Charley Hennigan – 6,823 Yards
Hennigan dominated the early 1960s AFL, including a 1,700-yard season that still ranks among the best in pro football history.

3. Ken Burrough – 6,906 Yards
Known for wearing No. 00, Burrough was a big-play machine and two-time Pro Bowler who brought swagger to the Oilers’ offense.

2. Drew Hill – 7,477 Yards
Hill’s speed and consistency made him a favorite target in the Oilers’ high-flying attack. He racked up yardage season after season.

1. Ernest Givins – 7,935 Yards
Givins tops the list with nearly 8,000 yards, combining quickness and durability over 10 seasons. His trademark “electric slide” celebration became an iconic part of Oilers history.

 

Top 10 most career receiving yards by a Tennessee Titans player

Ranking the 10 all-time career receiving yard leaders in Tennessee Titans history


Top 50 Career Receiving Yards Performances in Titans History

This chart shows every Titans player to record 1,200+ career receiving yards, from Ernest Givins to Charley Hennigan and Delanie Walker.

RankPlayer NameReceiving Yards
1Ernest Givins7,935
2Drew Hill7,477
3Ken Burrough6,906
4Charley Hennigan6,823
5Haywood Jeffires6,119
6Derrick Mason6,114
7Frank Wycheck4,958
8Nate Washington4,591
9Delanie Walker4,423
10Drew Bennett4,033
11Curtis Duncan3,935
12Chris Sanders3,285
13Kendall Wright3,244
14Tim Smith3,107
15Charley Frazier3,060
16A.J. Brown2,995
17Bill Groman2,976
18Corey Davis2,851
19Alvin Reed2,818
20Kenny Britt2,450
21Bo Scaife2,383
22Kevin Dyson2,310
23Webster Slaughter2,236
24Mike Renfro2,183
25Billy Johnson2,149
26Eddie George2,144
27Willard Dewveall2,080
28Justin Gage2,050
29Chris Johnson2,003
30Bob McLeod1,926
31Jim Beirne1,890
32Mike Barber1,886
33Nick Westbrook-Ikhine1,773
34Rishard Matthews1,751
35Erron Kinney1,750
36Dave Casper1,750
37Jared Cook1,717
38Lorenzo White1,674
39Justin McCareins1,614
40Willie Davis1,489
41Charlie Joiner1,480
42Derrick Henry1,458
43Chigoziem Okonkwo1,457
44Yancey Thigpen1,430
45Jamie Williams1,420
46Brandon Jones1,380
47Ode Burrell1,379
48Damian Williams1,313
49Jonnu Smith1,302
50Hoyle Granger1,287

Spanning from the Houston Astrodome to Nissan Stadium, the Titans’ receiving record book is filled with versatile stars and big-play threats. Ernest Givins’ steady production leads the way, but each name here played a role in building the franchise’s identity. As the team evolves, these milestones remain the benchmark for the next wave of Titans pass-catchers.


FAQ SECTION

Who holds the Titans record for most career receiving yards?
Ernest Givins holds the record with 7,935 career receiving yards.

Which tight ends are included in the top 10?
Frank Wycheck and Delanie Walker both rank among the franchise leaders in receiving yards.

Did any of these players also star for the Oilers?
Yes—Ernest Givins, Drew Hill, Ken Burrough, Charley Hennigan, and Haywood Jeffires all played for the Houston Oilers before the move to Tennessee.

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