Most Receiving Yards in a Single Game by a Las Vegas Raiders Player
No team does deep threats quite like the Raiders. From Art Powell’s vintage dominance to Darren Waller’s fantasy breakout and Amari Cooper’s prime-time show, this list is a vertical masterclass. And yes — Jerry Rice made it here too, because of course he did.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Jerry Rice – 183 Yards (2002)
Even in his 40s, Rice could still torch secondaries. This 2002 game was vintage GOAT.
9. Cliff Branch – 186 Yards (1974)
Speed kills — and in ‘74, Branch cooked corners with pure downfield burst.
8. Fred Biletnikoff – 190 Yards (1968)
Route-running perfection. Biletnikoff made 190 yards look surgical.
7. Tim Brown – 190 Yards (1999)
Mr. Raider at his smooth, steady best — a crisp 190 in his 12th season.
6. Jessie Hester – 193 Yards (1986)
A rare gem from Hester, who exploded for chunk gains in an unforgettable outing.
5. Warren Wells – 198 Yards (1970)
Big plays were Wells’ thing. This 198-yard day was fast, furious, and classic AFL-era magic.
4. Darren Waller – 200 Yards (2020)
Fantasy gold. Waller bulldozed defenders in a performance that made tight ends look like WR1s.
3. Art Powell – 206 Yards (1965)
In his era, Powell was unguardable. This 206-yard game felt unfair.
2. Amari Cooper – 210 Yards (2017)
Cooper at full throttle. Explosive, clinical, and QB-synced — a modern Raiders classic.
1. Art Powell – 247 Yards (1963)
Still untouched. Powell’s 247 yards have been the Silver & Black’s gold standard for over 60 years.
Ranking the 10 best single-game receiving yard performances in Las Vegas Raiders history
Top 50 Single-Game Receiving Performances in Raiders History
This chart shows every Raiders player to record 150+ receiving yards in a single game, including NFL legends like Art Powell and Tim Brown, as well as modern stars like Darren Waller and Davante Adams.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards | Receiving Touchdowns | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Art Powell | 247 | 4 | 12/22/1963 |
| 2 | Amari Cooper | 210 | 2 | 10/19/2017 |
| 3 | Art Powell | 206 | 2 | 10/8/1965 |
| 4 | Darren Waller | 200 | 2 | 12/6/2020 |
| 5 | Warren Wells | 198 | 3 | 10/11/1970 |
| 6 | Jessie Hester | 193 | 2 | 11/30/1986 |
| 7 | Tim Brown | 190 | 1 | 10/24/1999 |
| 8 | Fred Biletnikoff | 190 | 1 | 12/29/1968 |
| 9 | Cliff Branch | 186 | 1 | 12/29/1974 |
| 10 | Jerry Rice | 183 | 0 | 1/12/2002 |
| 11 | Tim Brown | 183 | 1 | 12/5/1993 |
| 12 | Art Powell | 181 | 1 | 9/7/1963 |
| 13 | Jared Cook | 180 | 0 | 9/10/2018 |
| 14 | Rod Barksdale | 179 | 0 | 12/21/1986 |
| 15 | Davante Adams | 177 | 2 | 12/4/2022 |
| 16 | Jordy Nelson | 173 | 1 | 9/23/2018 |
| 17 | Amari Cooper | 173 | 1 | 10/30/2016 |
| 18 | Tim Brown | 173 | 2 | 1/2/1994 |
| 19 | Todd Christensen | 173 | 1 | 11/20/1986 |
| 20 | Marcus Allen | 173 | 1 | 10/7/1984 |
| 21 | Davante Adams | 172 | 2 | 9/24/2023 |
| 22 | Tim Brown | 172 | 2 | 10/8/2000 |
| 23 | Clem Daniels | 172 | 1 | 9/15/1963 |
| 24 | Cliff Branch | 167 | 2 | 10/10/1976 |
| 25 | Tim Brown | 164 | 0 | 12/21/1997 |
| 26 | Tim Brown | 163 | 0 | 11/2/1997 |
| 27 | Cliff Branch | 163 | 2 | 11/7/1976 |
| 28 | Warren Wells | 163 | 1 | 12/8/1968 |
| 29 | Tim Brown | 161 | 1 | 11/19/1995 |
| 30 | Jerry Rice | 159 | 0 | 12/22/2003 |
| 31 | Mack Hollins | 158 | 1 | 9/25/2022 |
| 32 | Tim Brown | 158 | 3 | 8/31/1997 |
| 33 | Todd Christensen | 158 | 0 | 11/2/1986 |
| 34 | Fred Biletnikoff | 158 | 1 | 11/23/1967 |
| 35 | Tim Brown | 156 | 2 | 10/1/1995 |
| 36 | Tim Brown | 156 | 2 | 10/31/1993 |
| 37 | Cliff Branch | 156 | 0 | 9/16/1979 |
| 38 | Nelson Agholor | 155 | 1 | 12/26/2020 |
| 39 | Darrius Heyward-Bey | 155 | 1 | 12/18/2011 |
| 40 | Tim Brown | 155 | 0 | 9/8/1997 |
| 41 | Mervyn Fernandez | 155 | 1 | 10/23/1988 |
| 42 | Cliff Branch | 155 | 3 | 11/30/1975 |
| 43 | Dick Dorsey | 155 | 2 | 12/2/1962 |
| 44 | Davante Adams | 153 | 2 | 1/1/2023 |
| 45 | Tim Brown | 153 | 1 | 9/21/1997 |
| 46 | Todd Christensen | 152 | 3 | 10/16/1983 |
| 47 | Warren Wells | 152 | 2 | 11/30/1969 |
| 48 | Art Powell | 152 | 2 | 10/25/1964 |
| 49 | Darren Waller | 150 | 1 | 12/17/2020 |
| 50 | Tim Brown | 150 | 1 | 12/3/1995 |
This list proves the Raiders have always lived and died by the deep ball — and they’ve had the weapons to back it up. From Powell to Cooper to Waller, Raider Nation has seen some of the NFL’s wildest receiving days. The 247-yard mark still stands strong… for now.
FAQ SECTION
Who holds the Las Vegas Raiders record for most receiving yards in a game?
Art Powell, with 247 yards on December 22, 1963.
What’s the most recent performance on the list?
Davante Adams — 172 yards on September 24, 2023.
Which modern Raiders made the list?
Darren Waller, Amari Cooper, Davante Adams, and Mack Hollins are among the recent stars.
Are any Hall of Famers featured?
Yes — Fred Biletnikoff, Tim Brown, and Jerry Rice all appear.
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