Most Receiving Yards in a Single Game by a Tennessee Titans Player
The Titans franchise — from its Houston Oilers roots to its Nashville resurgence — has a sneaky-good history of aerial dominance. But no single player has ever owned a season like Charley Hennigan did in 1961. He doesn’t just top the list — he *is* the list, appearing five times in the top 10 alone. That’s not a typo. That’s all-time greatness.
Still, this list isn’t just a tribute to one era. Modern names like Kenny Britt and Drew Bennett broke through with monster days of their own, while Haywood Jeffires, Drew Hill, and Tim Smith sprinkled in explosive performances across decades. Let’s count down the most jaw-dropping single-game receiving days in Titans (and Oilers) history.
TOP 10 LIST
10. Charley Hennigan – 188 Yards (1964)
Even late in his prime, Hennigan was torching defenses. His 188-yard game capped off an elite stretch of years.
9. Tim Smith – 197 Yards (1983)
One of the more overlooked names in Oilers lore, Smith’s near-200-yard game in ’83 was a bright spot in the team’s offensive history.
8. Charley Hennigan – 202 Yards (1962)
A second year in a row with a 200+ yard game? Hennigan proved he wasn’t a one-season wonder.
7. Drew Hill – 210 Yards (1985)
Hill was one of Warren Moon’s most trusted targets — and this 210-yard game showed just how dangerous their connection was.
6. Charley Hennigan – 214 Yards (1961)
Yet another 200+ yard performance from Hennigan’s monster ’61 campaign.
5. Kenny Britt – 225 Yards (2010)
In a career-best outing, Britt bullied corners and found the end zone multiple times in one of the Titans’ biggest offensive days.
4. Charley Hennigan – 232 Yards (1961)
One of three performances from Hennigan over 230 yards — a number that’s elite even by today’s standards.
3. Drew Bennett – 233 Yards (2004)
This game came out of nowhere. Bennett exploded for 233 yards and showed he could be a true WR1 when given the opportunity.
2. Haywood Jeffires – 245 Yards (1990)
A staple of the Oilers’ Run & Shoot offense, Jeffires torched defenses from the slot and put up jaw-dropping numbers like this one.
1. Charley Hennigan – 272 Yards (1961)
The crown jewel of all Titans receiving performances. Hennigan’s 272 yards in a single game during 1961 still stands as the best in franchise history — and it’s not even close.
Ranking the 10 best single-game receiving yard performances in Tennessee Titans history
Top 50 Single-Game Receiving Performances in Titans History
This chart highlights the top single-game receiving yard performances in franchise history — spanning from the AFL days to today’s Titans.
| Rank | Player Name | Receiving Yards | Receiving Touchdowns | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charley Hennigan | 272 | 10/13/1961 | |
| 2 | Haywood Jeffires | 245 | 12/16/1990 | |
| 3 | Drew Bennett | 233 | 12/13/2004 | |
| 4 | Charley Hennigan | 232 | 10/29/1961 | |
| 5 | Kenny Britt | 225 | 10/24/2010 | |
| 6 | Charley Hennigan | 214 | 12/3/1961 | |
| 7 | Drew Hill | 210 | 12/22/1985 | |
| 8 | Charley Hennigan | 202 | 9/16/1962 | |
| 9 | Tim Smith | 197 | 9/4/1983 | |
| 10 | Charley Hennigan | 188 | 9/27/1964 | |
| 11 | Derrick Mason | 186 | 1/6/2002 | |
| 12 | Haywood Jeffires | 186 | 10/13/1991 | |
| 13 | Charley Hennigan | 186 | 9/22/1963 | |
| 14 | Drew Hill | 185 | 11/9/1986 | |
| 15 | Corey Davis | 182 | 12/6/2020 | |
| 16 | Charley Frazier | 182 | 9/19/1965 | |
| 17 | Bill Groman | 182 | 11/20/1960 | |
| 18 | Charley Hennigan | 181 | 11/29/1964 | |
| 19 | Ken Burrough | 180 | 11/6/1977 | |
| 20 | Mike Montgomery | 179 | 10/20/1974 | |
| 21 | Derrick Mason | 177 | 10/12/2003 | |
| 22 | Ken Burrough | 177 | 11/2/1975 | |
| 23 | Bill Groman | 171 | 11/25/1960 | |
| 24 | Jared Cook | 169 | 12/24/2011 | |
| 25 | Tim Smith | 167 | 12/16/1984 | |
| 26 | Kevin Dyson | 162 | 9/12/1999 | |
| 27 | Corey Davis | 161 | 9/30/2018 | |
| 28 | Drew Bennett | 160 | 12/19/2004 | |
| 29 | Charley Hennigan | 160 | 11/1/1964 | |
| 30 | Tim Smith | 159 | 9/16/1984 | |
| 31 | Charley Frazier | 158 | 11/13/1966 | |
| 32 | Ernest Givins | 156 | 11/16/1986 | |
| 33 | A.J. Brown | 155 | 10/31/2021 | |
| 34 | Delanie Walker | 155 | 11/23/2014 | |
| 35 | Ernest Givins | 155 | 10/5/1986 | |
| 36 | Bill Groman | 155 | 11/6/1960 | |
| 37 | Charley Frazier | 154 | 10/2/1966 | |
| 38 | A.J. Brown | 153 | 10/25/2020 | |
| 39 | A.J. Brown | 153 | 12/8/2019 | |
| 40 | Bill Groman | 152 | 11/19/1961 | |
| 41 | A.J. Brown | 151 | 1/3/2021 | |
| 42 | Ernest Givins | 151 | 10/6/1991 | |
| 43 | Kendall Wright | 150 | 12/15/2013 | |
| 44 | Tim Smith | 150 | 12/11/1983 | |
| 45 | Dave Casper | 150 | 11/30/1980 | |
| 46 | Jerry LeVias | 150 | 11/16/1969 | |
| 47 | Bill Groman | 150 | 12/18/1960 | |
| 48 | Drew Bennett | 148 | 11/14/2004 | |
| 49 | Drew Hill | 148 | 10/30/1988 | |
| 50 | Justin Gage | 147 | 11/16/2008 |
Charley Hennigan’s 1961 season remains one of the most untouchable campaigns in professional football history. Whether it was the AFL era or modern Titans football, these 10 performances show that big-play receivers have always been a crucial part of the team’s DNA.
FAQ SECTION
Who holds the Titans’ record for most receiving yards in a single game?
Charley Hennigan with 272 yards in 1961.
Which recent player had the best performance?
Kenny Britt in 2010 with 225 yards is the top modern-era showing.
Did any player appear multiple times?
Yes — Charley Hennigan appears five times on this list, more than any player in NFL history for a single team.
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