It feels like we say this every year, but this is one of the deepest and most talented wide receiver classes of the last decade.
Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers and Rome Odunze stand atop the class, and we could see all three of those future WR1s go off the board in the top 10, though there will be plenty more pass-catchers to follow in the top 50 and 100.
Here are the top wide receivers in the class.
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1. WR MARVIN HARRISON JR., OHIO STATE
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 2
Harrison comes from Hall of Fame bloodlines, and you can see that in his tape without even knowing his last name. He has a truly rare blend of size, speed, strength and football IQ for such a young player. He will be a WR1-caliber player the day he is drafted, and one in the mold of a Tier 1 NFL wideout.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
2. WR MALIK NABERS, LSU
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 4
Nabers' movement skills are rare, even at the NFL level. His ability to change direction yet continue to accelerate makes him an open-target specialist in the slot and on the outside. He has the kind of athleticism that demands a defense to know where he is at all times as a future WR1.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
3. WR ROME ODUNZE, WASHINGTON
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 6
In an offense filled with future NFL players at the skill positions, Odunze was the best of the bunch. If he weren't in a class with Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers, we would be talking about him as an easy WR1 and a player worthy of a top-10 pick, although the latter is still true for 2024.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
4. WR ADONAI MITCHELL, TEXAS
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 22
Mitchell's fluidity at his size makes him a tough matchup, especially in the red zone. The biggest area of concern I have with him is that I wish he attacked the ball more when it was in the air. If he improves in that category, he has fringe WR1/WR2 abilities.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
5. WR BRIAN THOMAS JR., LSU
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 25
Thomas offers a good combination of size and speed to push the ball vertically down the sideline, demanding safeties stay rotated to his side. To truly unlock that kind of threat, he will need to show he can consistently beat press coverage. Offenses that like to push the ball will prioritize what he brings to the table in the top 50.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
6. WR TROY FRANKLIN, OREGON
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 29
Franklin might get lost in the shuffle of a loaded wide receiver class, but he shouldn't. His smoothness comes from his athletic profile and his confidence in knowing how to win at the position. He needs to continue to get stronger but, overall, is a competitive player who can be a good WR2 for a vertical NFL offense.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
7. WR LADD MCCONKEY, GEORGIA
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 32
Don't expect McConkey to be an “X” jump-ball receiver, but outside of that, it's hard to imagine him not succeeding in the NFL. His game is reminiscent of Eddie Royal. Maybe not as fast with long speed, but he has devastating quickness, is good in the return game, and is a strong blocker for his size.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
8. WR Keon Coleman, Florida State
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 41
Coleman is a top-tier receiver from an explosiveness standpoint. His burst, top speed and leaping ability are All-Pro caliber. However, the lack of agility in his game limits his route tree and ability to separate from defensive backs. Those who love those alpha-type receivers will be big fans, but his inability to consistently separate means he won't be for everyone.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
9. WR ROMAN WILSON, MICHIGAN
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 42
In a different receiver class, Wilson would be much higher on these rankings. He not only brings NFL-level speed but also NFL-level determination at the catch point and when blocking. His tape shows a player coaches would love to have.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
10. WR RICKY PEARSALL, FLORIDA
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 45
Ultimately, Pearsall won't intimidate defenders on the line of scrimmage, but he will once the ball is snapped. He is a ready-made slot receiver who can contribute early in his NFL career.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
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