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wide receiver

noun

Football.

an offensive player positioned wide of the formation, as a split end, used primarily as a pass receiver.

wide receiver

noun

American football a player whose function is to catch long passes from the quarterback

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Word History and Origins

Origin of wide receiver¹

First recorded in 1965–70

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Hunter will primarily play as a wide receiver at first, forming an explosive partnership with Brian Thomas Jr that gives quarterback Trevor Lawrence immense firepower.

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Sanders' father Deion - who had a notable career during which he played cornerback in defence as well as a kick returner and wide receiver on offence - coached his son at Colorado.

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Foster said Marshall continues to make a case to play wide receiver in addition to defensive back and kick returner.

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Wide receiver Nico Flores Jr. and tight end Hudson Habermehl ran sprints as part of their recoveries from injuries.

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He shifted to wide receiver as a freshman at Louisiana Tech.

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