Where do Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave rank among Saints' all-time receiving leaders?
Where do Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave rank among Saints' all-time receiving leaders? Our top-20 countdown rolls on with the most electrifying pass catchers in Saints history
Over the course of time, New Orleans Saints pass catchers have played a vital role in some of the most glorious passing seasons ever. With countless All-Pro and Pro Bowl-level talents, many have cemented themselves in the history books as cornerstones of one of the league's most dynamic aerial attacks.
From clutch playoff performances to record-setting regular seasons, these players helped elevated their respective offenses for decades. Whether it was stretching the field, making contested catches, or as security blanket for their quarterback, each of these players contributed mightily to the evolution of offense in New Orleans.
Here's a look at the top 20 all-time receiving yardage leaders in New Orleans Saints history:
20. TE Dave Parks (1968-1972): 2,254 receiving yards
19. WR Michael Haynes (1994-1996): 2,368 receiving yards
18. WR Chris Olave (2022-present): 2,565 receiving yards
17. RB Pierre Thomas (2007-2014): 2,608 receiving yards
16. WR Robert Meachem (2008-2014): 2,707 receiving yards
15. WR Donte' Stallworth (2002-2005): 2,791 receiving yards
14. WR Wes Chandler (1978-1981): 2,801 receiving yards
13. WR Brandin Cooks (2014-2016): 2,861 receiving yards
12. TE Henry Childs (1974-1980): 3,224 receiving yards
11. WR Quinn Early (1991-1995): 3,758 receiving yards
10. TE Hoby Brenner (1981-1993): 3,849 receiving yards
9. WR Lance Moore (2006-2013): 4,281 receiving yards
8. WR Devery Henderson (2004-2012): 4,377 receiving yards
7. RB Alvin Kamara (2017-present): 4,762 receiving yards
6. TE Jimmy Graham (2010-2023): 4,791 receiving yards
5. WR Danny Abramowicz (1967-1973): 4,875 receiving yards
4. WR Michael Thomas (2016-2023): 6,569 receiving yards
3. WR Joe Horn (2000-2006): 7,622 receiving yards
2. WR Eric Martin (1985-1993): 7,854 receiving yards
1. WR Marques Colston (2006-2015): 9,759 receiving yards
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