Who are the highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL? originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
The guys throwing the ball are the highest-paid players in the NFL. The guys catching the ball reel in some major paydays, too.
Wide receiver is one of the most valuable positions in the league. An elite receiver can change the complexion of an entire offense, and that allows them to demand a sizable salary.
The price for a No. 1 receiver has soared in recent years, surpassing $20 million annually. A handful of players have set the bar and lived up to that massive number, while others have cashed in without posting numbers on the field to back it up.
With a number of marquee names on the free agent market this offseason, here are the NFL’s 10 most expensive receivers based on their annual averages:
Coming in as the highest-paid pass catcher in football is DeAndre Hopkins.
The former Houston Texans wideout was dealt to the Arizona Cardinals two offseasons ago and later signed a two-year,…