Most Career Receiving Yards by an Arizona Cardinals Player
The Arizona Cardinals have one of the longest-running histories in the NFL, and that means a deep list of legendary wideouts. From Hall of Fame careers to all-time great seasons, these are the top players who racked up the most receiving yards in a Cardinals uniform.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Rob Moore – 5,110 Yards
Moore’s time in Arizona was short but electric. That 1997 season with 1,584 yards remains one of the most underrated WR campaigns in franchise history.
9. Sonny Randle – 5,438 Yards
A 1960s standout — Randle’s route running and nose for the end zone (60 TDs!) made him a Cardinals scoring machine.
8. Bobby Joe Conrad – 5,828 Yards
Old-school production. Conrad helped define Arizona’s (then St. Louis) aerial identity during the early NFL days.
7. Frank Sanders – 6,579 Yards
Mr. Reliable in the 1990s. Sanders’ four seasons of 800+ yards helped stabilize the offense during a transitional era.
6. Mel Gray – 6,644 Yards
Speed. Explosion. Deep routes. Gray’s absurd 18.9 yards per catch says it all — blink and he was gone.
5. Pat Tilley – 7,005 Yards
Tilley wasn’t flashy, but he delivered week in and week out. Toughness, hands, and leadership defined his game.
4. Anquan Boldin – 7,520 Yards
From 217 yards in his debut to battering DBs every Sunday, Boldin was a tone-setter for the 2000s Cardinals.
3. Jackie Smith – 7,918 Yards
A tight end doing wide receiver things. Smith averaged over 16 yards per catch and redefined the TE role in St. Louis.
2. Roy Green – 8,496 Yards
A rare two-way player turned elite WR — Roy Green’s 1984 season (1,555 yards) is still one of the best in team history.
1. Larry Fitzgerald – 17,492 Yards
The standard. Fitz combined elite hands, pristine routes, and unmatched loyalty into one of the NFL’s greatest WR careers — all in a Cardinals uniform.
Ranking the all-time career receiving yard leaders in Arizona Cardinals history
Top 50 Career Receiving Yards Performances in Cardinals History
This chart highlights the top pass-catchers in Cardinals history based on total career receiving yards, featuring legendary names like Larry Fitzgerald, Anquan Boldin, Jackie Smith, and Roy Green.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Larry Fitzgerald | 17492 |
| 2 | Roy Green | 8496 |
| 3 | Jackie Smith | 7918 |
| 4 | Anquan Boldin | 7520 |
| 5 | Pat Tilley | 7005 |
| 6 | Mel Gray | 6644 |
| 7 | Frank Sanders | 6579 |
| 8 | Bobby Joe Conrad | 5828 |
| 9 | Sonny Randle | 5438 |
| 10 | Rob Moore | 5110 |
| 11 | J.T. Smith | 4701 |
| 12 | Larry Centers | 4539 |
| 13 | Ricky Proehl | 3840 |
| 14 | Michael Floyd | 3739 |
| 15 | David Boston | 3739 |
| 16 | Ernie Jones | 3574 |
| 17 | Mal Kutner | 3060 |
| 18 | Christian Kirk | 2902 |
| 19 | Don Stonesifer | 2901 |
| 20 | John Gilliam | 2786 |
| 21 | DeAndre Hopkins | 2696 |
| 22 | Bryant Johnson | 2675 |
| 23 | Bill Dewell | 2657 |
| 24 | Steve Breaston | 2528 |
| 25 | John Brown | 2515 |
| 26 | Ottis Anderson | 2495 |
| 27 | Randal Hill | 2419 |
| 28 | Dave Williams | 2335 |
| 29 | Trey McBride | 2236 |
| 30 | David Johnson | 2219 |
| 31 | Ollie Matson | 2150 |
| 32 | Doug Marsh | 2140 |
| 33 | Andre Roberts | 2123 |
| 34 | Gern Nagler | 2040 |
| 35 | John David Crow | 1961 |
| 36 | Stump Mitchell | 1955 |
| 37 | Terry Metcalf | 1862 |
| 38 | Joe Childress | 1700 |
| 39 | Woodley Lewis | 1648 |
| 40 | Earl Ferrell | 1628 |
| 41 | Bill Smith | 1612 |
| 42 | Ike Harris | 1595 |
| 43 | Gary Clark | 1589 |
| 44 | Early Doucet | 1491 |
| 45 | Fran Polsfoot | 1449 |
| 46 | J.J. Nelson | 1439 |
| 47 | Billy Gambrell | 1439 |
| 48 | Anthony Edwards | 1404 |
| 49 | Gus Tinsley | 1356 |
| 50 | Rob Awalt | 1340 |
No one even comes close to Larry Fitzgerald’s numbers — his consistency, durability, and loyalty to the Cardinals franchise made him a legend. But the Cardinals’ history is filled with dynamic playmakers who helped shape the team across generations. Whether you watched the deep threats of the 60s or the Pro Bowlers of the 2000s, this list captures the best of the best.
FAQ – Cardinals Career Receiving Yard Leaders
Q: Who has the most career receiving yards in Cardinals history?
A: Larry Fitzgerald, with 17,492 yards.
Q: Which Cardinals tight end has the most career receiving yards?
A: Jackie Smith leads all Cardinals tight ends with 7,918 career receiving yards.
Q: Did Anquan Boldin play his entire career with the Cardinals?
A: No, but he recorded 7,520 receiving yards with the team from 2003–2009.
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