Top 10 College Football WRs in 2025: Smith and Williams Dominate List

2025 Top College Football Wide Receivers

College football has witnessed an impressive array of offensive talent over the past decade, with standout quarterbacks and running backs making headlines. However, the wide receiver position has seen a surge in exceptional players in recent years. From Travis Hunter at Colorado to Tetairoa McMillan at Arizona, several future NFL stars have emerged by dominating at the collegiate level.

With so many incredible talents at the wide receiver position this year, FOX Sports Research has ranked the top 10 college wide receivers ahead of the 2025 season. Let's take a closer look at these rising stars:

10. Carnell Tate – Ohio State

Carnell Tate has been a consistent force in Ohio State’s passing attack over his two seasons in Columbus. Last season, the former five-star recruit recorded 52 receptions for 733 yards, averaging 14.1 yards per reception and scoring four touchdowns. His contributions were crucial in helping the Buckeyes secure the National Championship title.

9. Denzel Boston – Washington

After red-shirting in 2022 and receiving limited playing time in 2023, Denzel Boston made a significant impact in 2024. He tallied 63 receptions for 834 yards, averaging 13.2 yards per reception and leading the team with nine touchdowns. With Giles Jackson moving on to the NFL, Boston is expected to be Washington's top receiver next season.

8. Elijah Sarratt – Indiana

Elijah Sarratt transferred from James Madison to Indiana for the 2024 season, following his head coach, Curt Cignetti, and several teammates. After a strong 2023 season at James Madison, Sarratt continued his success at Indiana, recording 53 receptions for 957 yards and eight touchdowns. These stats led the Hoosiers, who finished 11-2 and earned a spot in the College Football Playoff.

7. Makai Lemon – USC

Makai Lemon saw minimal action in 2023 but made the most of his opportunities in 2024. Despite a quarterback change, Lemon managed to accumulate 52 receptions for 764 yards (14.7 yards per reception) and three touchdowns. As a former five-star recruit, he led USC in both receptions and receiving yards and is projected to be the team's top receiver in 2025.

6. Cam Coleman – Auburn

Cam Coleman made an immediate impact as a freshman at Auburn in 2024. The former five-star recruit totaled 37 receptions for 598 yards, averaging 16.2 yards per reception with eight touchdowns. His performance was a bright spot in a challenging 5-7 season for the Tigers. In one of the season's most memorable games, Auburn upset then-No. 15 Texas A&M, with Coleman catching seven passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns in overtime.

5. Eric Singleton Jr. – Auburn

Singleton joined Coleman in Auburn's wide receiver room next season after spending his first two seasons at Georgia Tech. Over those two seasons, Singleton averaged 52 receptions for 734 yards and 4.5 touchdowns per season. He also contributed on the ground, gaining 131 yards on 21 rushing attempts with one touchdown in 2024.

4. Antonio Williams – Clemson

Antonio Williams had a breakout junior season at Clemson, reeling in 75 receptions for 904 yards and an ACC-high 11 touchdowns. He also added seven carries for 101 yards and one touchdown. Williams made a key play in Clemson's playoff matchup against Texas, catching a 22-yard pass from Cade Klubnik for the game's first score.

3. Jordyn Tyson – Arizona State

Jordyn Tyson's career has had its ups and downs. After a solid 2022 season at Colorado, an injury cut his time short. He then faced further challenges during his first season at Arizona State. However, in 2024, Tyson took over, recording 75 receptions for 1,101 yards (14.7 yards per reception) and 10 touchdowns. Despite suffering a broken collarbone in the final week of the regular season, he still led the Sun Devils to a Big 12 title and a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff.

2. Ryan Williams – Alabama

Ryan Williams made a splash in his 2024 freshman season at Alabama. Known for his speed, Williams recorded 48 receptions for 865 yards, averaging 18 yards per catch, and scored eight touchdowns. He also added two rushing scores. His first two catches were touchdowns, and he had a crucial 75-yard touchdown in a dramatic win over Georgia.

1. Jeremiah Smith – Ohio State

Jeremiah Smith delivered one of the most impressive freshman seasons in college football history. In a season that culminated in Ohio State winning the National Championship, Smith totaled 76 receptions for 1,315 yards (17.3 yards per reception) and 15 touchdowns. His yard and touchdown totals led the Big Ten. Smith's most memorable moment came in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals against Oregon, where he caught seven passes for 187 yards and two scores. As the No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2024, he also made a pivotal 56-yard reception in the National Championship game, helping Ohio State secure the victory.

Honorable Mentions and Heisman Odds

While the top 10 wide receivers are highlighted, several other players are also being considered for the Heisman Trophy in 2025. The odds include:

• Arch Manning, Texas: +650
• Garrett Nussmeier, LSU: +850
• Cade Klubnik, Clemson: +950
• Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State: +1100
• LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina: +1600
• Julian Sayin, Ohio State: +1600
• Drew Allar, Penn State: +1600
• DJ Lagway, Florida: +1800
• Dante Moore, Oregon: +2200
• John Mateer, Oklahoma: +2500
• Sam Leavitt, Arizona State: +2800
• Carson Beck, Miami: +3000

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