Paul Bretl
June 22, 2024 7:34 am ET
Jarrett Bailey of Touchdown Wire put together his ranking of the NFL’s top 32 wide receivers ahead of the 2024 season, which of course, included the Colts’ Michael Pittman.
Despite some inconsistency at the quarterback position during Pittman’s tenure with the Colts, he has continued to produce throughout his career, totaling at least 88 receptions in each of the last three seasons, including 109 in 2023, and eclipsing 1,000 yards in two of the last three years, falling just short with 925 in 2022.
“He shows up every week,”Shane Steichen saidof Pittman. “He is a consistent football player that is going to give it everything he’s got and when the ball is thrown to him, he’s going to go make plays. That’s what he does every week and he’s consistent doing it.
“When we need a big play, he’s the guy that makes it for us usually in the pass game. He’s been doing it here for a while and just very fortunate to have him on this football team.”
Pittman signed a three-year extension earlier this offseason worth $23.3 million per year that will keep him with the Colts through the 2026 season.
Not making the cut on Bailey’s rankings this year were Josh Downs and Adonai Mitchell, who could help form a formidable trio at the receiver position for the Colts. Downs is coming off a very productive rookie season, ranking seventh among all receivers in total yards from the slot, while Mitchell brings a different element to the offense with his 4.34 speed and explosiveness as a route runner.
Now, on to Bailey’s rankings of his top 32 wide receivers entering the 2024 season. For a full breakdown of why Bailey had each receiver ranked where he did, click here.
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32. Jordan Addison, Minnesota Vikings
Jan 7, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) catches a pass for a touchdown during second half of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports
31. DeAndre Hopkins, Tennessee Titans
Sep 17, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine (15) and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) line up during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
30. Michael Pittman Jr, Indianapolis Colts
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29. DK Metcalf, Seattle Seahawks
Jan 7, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) runs after making a catch against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
28. Chris Godwin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Oct 31, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (14) runs against New Orleans Saints during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
27. Keenan Allen, Chicago Bears
Dec 16, 2021; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
26. Drake London, Atlanta Falcons
Nov 10, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) catches a touchdown as Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) defends in the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
25. Nico Collins, Houston Texans
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24. George Pickens, Pittsburgh Steelers
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – DECEMBER 16: George Pickens #14 of the Pittsburgh Steelers stiff arms E.J. Speed #45 of the Indianapolis Colts during the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 16, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
23. Diontae Johnson, Carolina Panthers
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22. Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (85) runs downfield as Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Desmond Trufant (10) goes to tackle him after he got a first down in the second half the AFC wild card game on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati. Cincinnati Bengals defeated Las Vegas Raiders 26-19.
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21. Malik Nabers, New York Giants
Tigers reciever Malik Nabers 8 runs the ball as the LSU Tigers take on Georgia State in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, November 18, 2023.
20. DeVonta Smith, Philadelphia Eagles
Jan 8, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs a route during the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
19. Chris Olave, New Orleans Saints
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18. Marvin Harrison Jr, Arizona Cardinals
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17. Stefon Diggs, Houston Texans
Jan 21, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) against the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2024 AFC divisional round game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
16. Deebo Samuel, San Francisco 49ers
Oct 10, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) runs during the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Coduto-USA TODAY Sports
15. Cooper Kupp, Los Angeles Rams
Aug 28, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) warms up before a game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: C. Morgan Engel-USA TODAY Sports
14. Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders
Jan 7, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) runs with the ball as Dallas Cowboys safety Donovan Wilson (6) chases during the second quarter at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
13. Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Nov 28, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) runs with the ball while Indianapolis Colts middle linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) defends in the first quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
12. Jaylen Waddle, Miami Dolphins
Jun 4, 2021; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) goes through drills during voluntary Organized Team Activities at Baptist Health Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
11. Garrett Wilson. New York Jets
Dec 28, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (17) warms up before the game against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
10. Puka Nacua, Los Angeles Rams
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 10: Puka Nacua #17 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on September 10, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
9. D.J. Moore, Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) signals for a first down after making a reception against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game, 17-9, to clinch an NFC playoff berth.
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8. Brandon Aiyuk, San Francisco 49ers
Dec 20, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys in the second quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
7. Davante Adams, Las Vegas Raiders
Nov 6, 2022; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) runs off the field after scoring a touchdown during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports
6. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions
Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ambry Thomas (20) upends Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) during the first half of the NFC Championship football game at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
5. A.J. Brown, Philadelphia Eagles
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4. Ja'Marr Chase, Cincinnati Bengals
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3. CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys
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2. Tyreek Hill, Miami Dolphins
Jan 13, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs the ball ahead of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (22) during the first half of the 2024 AFC wild card game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
1. Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings
Nov 21, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) celebrates a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
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