Ranking the NFL's Best WR2s for 2026: Jaylen Waddle Poised for Bounce
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Sports Illustrated ranks the top 10 NFL wide receivers positioned as WR2s heading into the 2026 season, based on a vote by three analysts.
- George Pickens of the Dallas Cowboys tops the list, having recorded 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns in 2025, forming a formidable duo with CeeDee Lamb.
- Other notable WR2s include Tee Higgins (Bengals), Jameson Williams (Lions), and Davante Adams (Rams), each contributing significantly to their teams with strong performances and touchdown counts.
- The rankings highlight players like Romeo Doubs (Patriots) and Michael Pittman Jr. (Steelers) who have recently changed teams and are expected to continue ascending in their roles.
- The article underscores the depth of elite talent at the WR2 position, with players like Jordan Addison (Vikings) and Jaylen Waddle (Broncos) poised for impactful seasons alongside their teams' WR1s.
