Most Receiving Yards in a Single Game by a Chicago Bears Player
The Chicago Bears are better known for bone-crushing defense than explosive offense — but these ten performances tell a different story. Alshon Jeffery tops the list with not one, but two monster games in 2013. From modern talents like DJ Moore to old-school icons like Mike Ditka and Harlon Hill, the Bears’ all-time receiving days go deeper than you might expect.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Mike Ditka – 190 Yards (1961)
Yes, the Hall of Fame tight end could do more than block. Ditka’s 190-yard day in 1961 was ahead of its time — a big man playing like a wideout.
9. Jim Keane – 193 Yards (1949)
One of the earliest big-yardage performances in NFL history. Keane’s 193 yards in ’49 was a standout in a ground-heavy era.
8. Harlon Hill – 195 Yards (1956)
Hill was a dominant deep threat in the ’50s, and this performance showed how unstoppable he could be against single coverage.
7. Harlon Hill – 198 Yards (1956)
Two games over 190 yards in the same season? Hill was doing elite WR numbers long before the passing boom.
6. Marty Booker – 198 Yards (2002)
Booker’s big day in 2002 reminded fans that the Bears could throw deep when they had the right guy. Quietly one of the best games of that era.
5. Johnny Morris – 201 Yards (1962)
Morris was a key target in the early ’60s and his 201-yard effort came during a breakout season. Speed + separation = dominance.
4. Harlon Hill – 214 Yards (1954)
Another one from Hill! His 214-yard performance in 1954 was legendary — smooth routes and big plays all day.
3. Alshon Jeffery – 218 Yards (2013)
The first of two Jeffery eruptions this season. 218 yards was huge — and yet, he still had more in the tank.
2. DJ Moore – 230 Yards (2023)
A recent masterclass. Moore absolutely shredded defenders in this modern performance and made history for the franchise.
1. Alshon Jeffery – 249 Yards (2013)
The top spot belongs to Jeffery. His 249-yard masterpiece in 2013 was the kind of day Bears fans still talk about — and defenders still try to forget.
Ranking the 10 best single-game receiving yard performances in Bears history
Top 50 Single-Game Receiving Performances in Bears History
Alshon Jeffery may not be a Hall of Famer, but his back-to-back bombs in 2013 were the most dominant stretch in Bears WR history. With DJ Moore entering the chat in 2023, the torch may be passing. And shoutout to Harlon Hill, who locked down three of the top spots way before the forward pass was cool.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards | Receiving Touchdowns | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alshon Jeffery | 249 | 2 | 12/1/2013 |
| 2 | DJ Moore | 230 | 3 | 10/5/2023 |
| 3 | Alshon Jeffery | 218 | 1 | 10/6/2013 |
| 4 | Harlon Hill | 214 | 4 | 10/31/1954 |
| 5 | Johnny Morris | 201 | 1 | 11/18/1962 |
| 6 | Marty Booker | 198 | 1 | 9/8/2002 |
| 7 | Harlon Hill | 198 | 2 | 10/21/1956 |
| 8 | Harlon Hill | 195 | 2 | 11/25/1956 |
| 9 | Jim Keane | 193 | 1 | 10/23/1949 |
| 10 | Mike Ditka | 190 | 3 | 11/12/1961 |
| 11 | Johnny Morris | 183 | 1 | 11/8/1964 |
| 12 | Dick Gordon | 179 | 2 | 11/19/1967 |
| 13 | Ken Kavanaugh | 177 | 1 | 10/29/1950 |
| 14 | Marcus Anderson | 176 | 1 | 10/19/1981 |
| 15 | Willie Gault | 174 | 1 | 9/28/1986 |
| 16 | John Hoffman | 174 | 2 | 12/11/1949 |
| 17 | Johnny Morris | 171 | 1 | 12/15/1963 |
| 18 | Marcus Robinson | 170 | 3 | 12/19/1999 |
| 19 | Mike Ditka | 168 | 0 | 10/25/1964 |
| 20 | Brandon Marshall | 165 | 0 | 12/2/2012 |
| 21 | Marty Booker | 165 | 3 | 11/18/2001 |
| 22 | Ricky Proehl | 164 | 1 | 11/27/1997 |
| 23 | Jim Dooley | 164 | 0 | 10/25/1953 |
| 24 | Marcus Robinson | 163 | 1 | 11/21/1999 |
| 25 | Willard Dewveall | 163 | 2 | 11/20/1960 |
| 26 | Marcus Robinson | 161 | 2 | 10/31/1999 |
| 27 | Jim Keane | 161 | 2 | 12/14/1947 |
| 28 | Brandon Marshall | 160 | 1 | 12/9/2012 |
| 29 | DJ Moore | 159 | 1 | 12/31/2023 |
| 30 | Dick Gordon | 158 | 1 | 11/15/1970 |
| 31 | Marty Booker | 157 | 0 | 11/24/2002 |
| 32 | Keith Ortego | 157 | 1 | 10/5/1986 |
| 33 | George McAfee | 157 | 0 | 12/7/1947 |
| 34 | Tarik Cohen | 156 | 0 | 12/2/2018 |
| 35 | Mike Ditka | 155 | 1 | 12/9/1962 |
| 36 | Jeff Graham | 154 | 0 | 11/27/1994 |
| 37 | Alshon Jeffery | 151 | 0 | 11/9/2015 |
| 38 | Matt Forte | 151 | 2 | 9/12/2010 |
| 39 | Harlon Hill | 151 | 3 | 10/30/1955 |
| 40 | Devin Aromashodu | 150 | 1 | 12/28/2009 |
| 41 | Gene Schroeder | 150 | 2 | 12/16/1951 |
| 42 | Willie Galimore | 149 | 1 | 10/15/1961 |
| 43 | Marcus Robinson | 148 | 1 | 11/14/1999 |
| 44 | Curtis Conway | 148 | 2 | 9/12/1994 |
| 45 | Billy Stone | 148 | 2 | 11/23/1952 |
| 46 | Alshon Jeffery | 147 | 1 | 10/18/2015 |
| 47 | Rickey Watts | 147 | 1 | 11/11/1979 |
| 48 | George Farmer | 147 | 0 | 10/25/1970 |
| 49 | Dick Gordon | 147 | 2 | 12/15/1968 |
| 50 | Johnny Morris | 147 | 2 | 10/11/1964 |
Alshon Jeffery may not be a Hall of Famer, but his back-to-back bombs in 2013 were the most dominant stretch in Bears WR history. With DJ Moore entering the chat in 2023, the torch may be passing. And shoutout to Harlon Hill, who locked down three of the top spots way before the forward pass was cool.
FAQ SECTION
Who holds the Bears record for most receiving yards in a game?
Alshon Jeffery holds the record with 249 yards in 2013.
What’s the most recent performance on the list?
DJ Moore recorded 230 yards in 2023, the second-highest mark ever by a Bears player.
How many times does Harlon Hill appear on the list?
Harlon Hill appears three times, showcasing his dominance in the 1950s.
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