Most Receiving Yards in a Single Game by a Baltimore Ravens Player
The Ravens have always been known for defense — but don’t sleep on their wideouts. Qadry Ismail still owns the franchise record with a monster 258-yard game in 1999, and Torrey Smith isn’t far behind with three separate appearances. From Steve Smith Sr.’s fiery 2015 season to deep threats like Derrick Alexander and Michael Jackson, this list is lowkey stacked.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Michael Jackson – 150 Yards (1996)
Before the Ravens found an identity, Jackson gave them a spark with this 150-yard performance in their inaugural season.
9. Derrick Alexander – 150 Yards (1997)
Alexander makes his second appearance on this list — a reliable early threat in Ravens history.
8. Steve Smith Sr. – 150 Yards (2015)
At age 36, Smith wasn’t slowing down. His aggressive playstyle and physicality made this 2015 game unforgettable.
7. Torrey Smith – 152 Yards (2011)
The first of three big games for Torrey. In 2011, he used his speed to torch DBs for over 150.
6. Mark Clayton – 164 Yards (2008)
Clayton gave the Ravens a vertical spark in 2008 with this under-the-radar breakout game.
5. Torrey Smith – 165 Yards (2011)
Smith again — this time with an even stronger performance later that same season. He was a certified deep-ball weapon.
4. Torrey Smith – 166 Yards (2013)
Torrey’s third and final entry, proving he was Baltimore’s go-to deep threat in the early 2010s.
3. Steve Smith Sr. – 186 Yards (2015)
A ferocious outing in his final full season, this 186-yard game showed Steve Smith could still dominate any defense.
2. Derrick Alexander – 198 Yards (1996)
In just the team’s first year, Alexander exploded for 198 yards — a record that stood for three years.
1. Qadry Ismail – 258 Yards (1999)
The “Missile” lived up to his name. Ismail’s 258-yard outburst is not just a Ravens record — it’s one of the best in NFL history.
Ranking the 10 best single-game receiving yard performances in Ravens history
Top 50 Single-Game Receiving Performances in Ravens History
This chart highlights the top single-game receiving yard performances in Baltimore Ravens history, featuring legendary names like Qadry Ismail, Torrey Smith, Steve Smith Sr., and Derrick Alexander.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards | Receiving Touchdowns | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qadry Ismail | 258 | 3 | 12/12/1999 |
| 2 | Derrick Alexander | 198 | 1 | 12/1/1996 |
| 3 | Steve Smith Sr. | 186 | 2 | 9/27/2015 |
| 4 | Torrey Smith | 166 | 1 | 9/29/2013 |
| 5 | Torrey Smith | 165 | 1 | 11/20/2011 |
| 6 | Mark Clayton | 164 | 1 | 11/30/2008 |
| 7 | Torrey Smith | 152 | 3 | 9/25/2011 |
| 8 | Steve Smith Sr. | 150 | 0 | 9/20/2015 |
| 9 | Derrick Alexander | 150 | 0 | 12/7/1997 |
| 10 | Michael Jackson | 150 | 0 | 11/24/1996 |
| 11 | Mark Andrews | 147 | 2 | 10/11/2021 |
| 12 | Marquise Brown | 147 | 2 | 9/8/2019 |
| 13 | Floyd Turner | 147 | 1 | 12/13/1998 |
| 14 | Todd Heap | 146 | 1 | 12/29/2002 |
| 15 | Anquan Boldin | 145 | 0 | 10/30/2011 |
| 16 | Torrey Smith | 144 | 0 | 11/25/2012 |
| 17 | Michael Jackson | 143 | 1 | 8/31/1997 |
| 18 | Anquan Boldin | 142 | 3 | 9/26/2010 |
| 19 | Derrick Mason | 142 | 0 | 11/22/2009 |
| 20 | Steve Smith Sr. | 139 | 2 | 9/28/2014 |
| 21 | Travis Taylor | 138 | 2 | 10/19/2003 |
| 22 | Steve Smith Sr. | 137 | 1 | 10/18/2015 |
| 23 | Derrick Mason | 137 | 0 | 9/29/2008 |
| 24 | Mark Andrews | 136 | 2 | 12/19/2021 |
| 25 | Derrick Mason | 136 | 1 | 11/2/2008 |
| 26 | John Brown | 134 | 1 | 10/21/2018 |
| 27 | Mike Wallace | 133 | 0 | 10/8/2017 |
| 28 | Zay Flowers | 132 | 0 | 10/13/2024 |
| 29 | Anquan Boldin | 132 | 0 | 10/16/2011 |
| 30 | Derrick Mason | 132 | 0 | 9/24/2006 |
Qadry Ismail’s 258-yard eruption is untouchable — at least for now. But Torrey Smith quietly dominates this list with three different games, and Steve Smith Sr. proved age is just a number in 2015. While the Ravens aren’t known for flashy offenses, when they go off, they go big.
FAQ SECTION
Who holds the Ravens record for most receiving yards in a game?
Qadry Ismail holds the record with 258 yards in 1999.
Which player appears the most on the list?
Torrey Smith appears three times, more than any other Raven.
Is there a Hall of Famer on this list?
Yes — Steve Smith Sr., who had 186 and 150-yard games in 2015, is widely regarded as a future Hall of Famer.
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