Most Career Receiving Yards by an Atlanta Falcons Player
From the electric catches of Julio Jones to the reliable hands of Roddy White and the dominance of Tony Gonzalez at tight end, the Atlanta Falcons have seen some elite pass-catchers over the years. Here are the top 10 players who’ve racked up the most receiving yards in Falcons franchise history.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Ken Burrow – 190 Yards (1971)
Burrow’s breakout in 1971 was way ahead of its time. 190 yards back then? That’s pure WR1 alpha energy.
9. Michael Haynes – 190 Yards (1989)
Haynes had wheels, and in ’89 he torched secondaries with deep post routes and fearless grabs.
8. Alfred Jackson – 193 Yards (1984)
One of two players at this mark, Jackson delivered one of the ’80s best games for Atlanta.
7. Andre Rison – 193 Yards (1994)
Smooth hands, smooth routes — Rison’s 193-yard day in 1994 was vintage prime-time football.
6. Terance Mathis – 198 Yards (1998)
Mathis was built for big games, and in ’98, he put on a show just shy of 200 yards.
5. Roddy White – 201 Yards (2010)
White was Mr. Reliable for years, and this 201-yard game was the perfect mix of volume and deep strikes.
4. Roddy White – 210 Yards (2009)
His best game ever — White dominated defenders with crisp routes and bulldog toughness.
3. Julio Jones – 253 Yards (2017)
A light work day for Julio. 253 yards of chunk plays, fades, and impossible sideline grabs.
2. Julio Jones – 259 Yards (2014)
Jones went full-on cheat code mode with nearly 260 yards. DBs had no answers, no matter what coverage they threw at him.
1. Julio Jones – 300 Yards (2016)
The GOAT performance. Julio’s 300-yard game wasn’t just a Falcons record — it was one of the greatest receiving games ever in the NFL.
Ranking the all-time career receiving yard leaders in Atlanta Falcons history
Top 50 Career Receiving Yards Performances in Falcons History
This chart highlights the top pass-catchers in Falcons history based on total career receiving yards, featuring legendary names like Julio Jones, Roddy White, and Tony Gonzalez.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julio Jones | 12896 |
| 2 | Roddy White | 10863 |
| 3 | Terance Mathis | 7349 |
| 4 | Alfred Jenkins | 6267 |
| 5 | Andre Rison | 5633 |
| 6 | Jim Mitchell | 4358 |
| 7 | Michael Haynes | 4220 |
| 8 | Alge Crumpler | 4212 |
| 9 | Tony Gonzalez | 4187 |
| 10 | Wally Francis | 3695 |
| 11 | Bert Emanuel | 3600 |
| 12 | Michael Jenkins | 3512 |
| 13 | Stacey Bailey | 3422 |
| 14 | Calvin Ridley | 3342 |
| 15 | Harry Douglas | 3130 |
| 16 | Brian Finneran | 3072 |
| 17 | Drake London | 3042 |
| 18 | Alfred Jackson | 3001 |
| 19 | Ken Burrow | 2668 |
| 20 | Kyle Pitts | 2651 |
| 21 | William Andrews | 2647 |
| 22 | Mohamed Sanu | 2507 |
| 23 | Floyd Dixon | 2487 |
| 24 | Austin Hooper | 2244 |
| 25 | Mike Pritchard | 2187 |
| 26 | Russell Gage Jr. | 2065 |
| 27 | Billy Johnson | 2062 |
| 28 | Devonta Freeman | 2015 |
| 29 | Eric Metcalf | 1788 |
| 30 | Shawn Jefferson | 1755 |
| 31 | Tony Martin | 1729 |
| 32 | Paul Flatley | 1683 |
| 33 | Jamal Anderson | 1645 |
| 34 | Warrick Dunn | 1635 |
| 35 | Bob Christian | 1603 |
| 36 | Charlie Brown | 1433 |
| 37 | Peerless Price | 1413 |
| 38 | Shawn Collins | 1402 |
| 39 | Gerald Riggs | 1384 |
| 40 | Art Malone | 1348 |
| 41 | Olamide Zaccheaus | 1328 |
| 42 | Junior Miller | 1328 |
| 43 | Arthur Cox | 1268 |
| 44 | Jason Snelling | 1249 |
| 45 | Tim Dwight | 1169 |
| 46 | Jacquizz Rodgers | 1104 |
| 47 | John Settle | 1039 |
| 48 | Lynn Cain | 1037 |
| 49 | Tevin Coleman | 1010 |
| 50 | Drew Hill | 1007 |
Julio Jones didn’t just dominate in Atlanta — he left a legacy that will be tough to beat for years to come. But Falcons fans will always remember the clutch catches of Roddy White, the versatility of Andre Rison, and the impact of tight ends like Tony Gonzalez and Alge Crumpler. This list is a celebration of all-time greats who left their mark on Atlanta’s passing game.
FAQ SECTION
Top 50 Most Career Receiving Yards by an Atlanta Falcons Player
Q: Who has the most career receiving yards in Atlanta Falcons history?
A: Julio Jones, with 12,896 receiving yards.
Q: Which Falcons tight end had the most career receiving yards?
A: Tony Gonzalez leads all Falcons tight ends with 4,187 receiving yards.
Q: Did Roddy White spend his entire career with the Falcons?
A: Yes, Roddy White played his entire 11-season NFL career with the Atlanta Falcons.
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