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NCAAF players with the most single-season receiving yards set benchmarks that still define explosive offense, turning standout seasons into lasting markers of college football history. The record books of college football are marked by offensive explosions, yet few achievements match the spectacle of a truly historic single-season receiving performance. Some campaigns showcase the rare wideouts who became the undisputed focal point of their team’s aerial attack. Their record-setting seasons didn’t arrive by chance. They came from perfect timing, fearless routes and offenses built to stretch the field. Each breakout year captured something unique about the evolution of the passing game and the athletes driving it forward. These all-time standouts left a trace that still echoes through every fast-paced Saturday. Their numbers remain a reference point, not just for receivers chasing history, but for programs betting on the kind of explosiveness that can redefine a season. Who holds the record for most single-season receiving yards? In the long history of NCAA Division I FBS play, one receiving season still stands apart. In 1999, Nevada Wolf Pack’s Trevor Insley rewrote the record books, hauling in 2,060 receiving yards—the most by any player in a single season at the Division I level. Trevor Insley (Source: Nevada Athletics) That figure remains untouched decades later, a stunning benchmark of productivity in an era when run-first offenses were still common. His achievement didn’t occur in a vacuum. He operated in an aggressive, pass-heavy Nevada system under coach Chris Vargas, one that emphasized volume and vertical stretching of defenses. His 2,060 yards came on a mix of high-volume targets and explosive playmaking, making him the only FBS receiver to eclipse 2,000 yards in a season. Behind him, a handful of standout seasons have approached his output. Louisiana Tech’s Troy Edwards came closest in 1998 with 1,996 yards, and later talents such as Michael Crabtree and Jerreth Sterns flirted with the high-1,800s and low-1,900s, reminding us how rare true receiving dominance can be at the collegiate level. PlayerTeamSeasonReceiving yardsTrevor InsleyNevada Wolf Pack19992,060Troy EdwardsLouisiana Tech Bulldogs19981,996Michael CrabtreeTexas Tech Red Raiders20071,962Jordan WhiteWestern Michigan Broncos20111,911Jerreth SternsWestern Kentucky Hilltoppers20211,902Greg SalasHawaii Warriors20101,889DeVonta SmithAlabama Crimson Tide20201,856Alex Van DykeNevada Wolf Pack19951,854Terrance WilliamsBaylor Bears20121,832Trent TaylorLouisiana Tech Bulldogs20161,803J.R. TolverSan Diego State Aztecs20021,785Justin BlackmonOklahoma State Cowboys20101,782Danario AlexanderMissouri Tigers20091,781Ja’Marr ChaseLSU Tigers20191,780Howard TwilleyTulsa Golden Hurricane19651,779Freddie BarnesBowling Green Falcons20091,770Patrick EdwardsHouston Cougars20111,752Rashard HigginsColorado State Rams20141,750Zay JonesEast Carolina Pirates20161,746Josh ReedLSU Tigers20011,740Taywan TaylorWestern Kentucky Hilltoppers20161,730Brandin CooksOregon State Beavers20131,730Amari CooperAlabama Crimson Tide20141,727Marqise LeeUSC Trojans20121,721Davante AdamsFresno State Bulldogs20131,719(Source: Statmuse)

Kyler Murray wanted to have some say in the Cardinals' decision-making. The Arizona Cardinals will most likely keep Jonathan Gannon around for at least another year. This regime hasn’t done a lot of winning, and they may be without their scapegoat. They continue to lose despite sending Kyler Murray home. And now that the former No. 1 pick is most likely going to play somewhere else next season, they’ll have to find someone else to blame. A report by ESPN insider Josh Weinfuss shed light on the inner dynamics of the organization, and while they often singled out Murray, it turns out that he actually wanted to be more involved in the roster-building process. Kyler Murray wanted to have a say in roster building “Murray wanted his voice heard in personnel decisions and draft choices, according to a source familiar with the situation. For the most part, the Cardinals dismissed his requests to add certain players until trading for Marquise Brown in a draft-day move in 2022, giving Murray one of his best friends and a former college teammate,” Weinfuss wrote. Kyler Murray (1) of the Arizona Cardinals. At the end of the day, the Cardinals didn’t seem to be too sold on their franchise quarterback. Otherwise, they would’ve at least handled this situation differently, as this isn’t an unusual stance from a signal caller. That’s not to say that he should’ve had the final word. But after years of criticizing him for his leadership — or lack thereof — this seemed to be a step in the right direction from Murray.

Manager Craig Counsell explained how the Chicago Cubs planned to replace Kyle Tucker amid interest from the New York Mets and Yankees, highlighting multiple options. The MLB offseason has placed the Chicago Cubs at a crossroads, and the Kylian Tucker storyline has now taken center stage in Chicago’s roster planning. As rumors circulate around major-market suitors like the New York Mets and New York Yankees, manager Craig Counsell has stepped in to clarify the organization’s direction. The Cubs parted with significant prospect capital to acquire Tucker from Houston last December, a move that was seen as a win-now gamble. Tucker’s lone season in Chicago delivered production but not the transformative impact the front office hoped for. With free agency now underway and Tucker commanding attention from multiple contenders, the Cubs’ silence on negotiations became a storyline of its own. That silence ended when Counsell spoke publicly about the club’s position. His message was pointed: the Cubs recognize the loss but believe their internal foundation can sustain it. How does Counsell plan to replace Kyle Tucker? Counsell acknowledged the unavoidable: “From a position player standpoint, the loss right now is Tucker obviously,” he said, according to The Athletic. “The rest of the group is back and likely with us.” His candor offered reassurance that the Cubs are aligned internally, even as fans question how the lineup will absorb the departure.  Kyle Tucker #30 with the Cubs rounds the bases after hitting a home run. John McCoy/Getty Images He also emphasized the importance of depth, noting that Chicago’s unusually healthy 2025 season cannot be assumed again. “You’re just trying to fortify the roster as a whole,” Counsell said. Will in-house talent fill Tucker’s role? The Cubs believe their top young players are ready to shoulder a significant portion of the workload. Counsell highlighted promising contributions from Moises Ballesteros and Owen Cassie late in the season, viewing them as key pieces moving forward. “Between him and Owen… those are two important players as we sit right now,” he noted.

Sam Darnold has been good for the most part, but the Seahawks still need to prepare for the worst. Sam Darnold has won at least ten games in back-to-back seasons and with different teams. Then again, he’s also been given great opportunities to succeed with the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks. Mike Macdonald‘s team boasts one of the best defenses in the game, and while the Seahawks don’t run the ball efficiently, they’re still fully committed to living and dying by the run. That should be by design. As Seahawks beat writer Brady Henderson explained, Darnold’s tendency to turn the ball over is the team’s Achilles heel, and it may come back to haunt them when it matters the most. Sam Darnold’s turnovers could kill the Seahawks’ hopes “The Seahawks turned the ball over 24 times last season,” wrote Henderson, “but that made sense with a pass-heavy offense that wasn’t all that prolific. This season, they rank sixth in scoring (26.5 points per game) despite 23 turnovers. Two of them actually came on defense via fumbles on interception returns, but it has been a problem for an otherwise strong offense.” Sam Darnold #14 of the Seattle Seahawks “While quarterback Sam Darnold has been an upgrade over Geno Smith in virtually every way,” added Henderson, “Darnold leads the NFL with 16 turnovers despite operating the NFL’s most run-heavy offense.” Darnold passes the eye test and clearly has all the talent in the world. That being said, history isn’t on his side, and it will take a lot to change the narrative around him.