wide receiver
noun
: a football receiver who normally lines up several yards to the side of the offensive formation
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Last year, two of the Chiefs’ seven draft picks — wide receiver Rashee Rice and defensive end BJ Thompson — visited the facility.
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Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Apr. 2024
Nelson’s most impressive throw of the day was a 32-yard touchdown pass to former Colorado wide receiver Chase Penry (2 catches, 35 yards).
—Ron Counts, Idaho Statesman, 20 Apr. 2024
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Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Apr. 2024
Nelson’s most impressive throw of the day was a 32-yard touchdown pass to former Colorado wide receiver Chase Penry (2 catches, 35 yards).
—Ron Counts, Idaho Statesman, 20 Apr. 2024
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“Wide receiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wide%20receiver. Accessed 5 May. 2024.
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