Danny Amendola was one of Tom Brady’s go-to targets, finishing with 8 receptions for 152 yards in a 41-33 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite the loss, his ability to create separation against a tough Eagles defense made him a key part of one of the highest-scoring Super Bowls ever.
Rod Smith was the deep threat weapon for John Elway, recording 5 receptions for 152 yards and a touchdown in the Broncos' 34-19 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. His 80-yard touchdown reception in the first half set the tone for Denver’s dominant offensive performance.
Deion Branch was unstoppable in the New England Patriots’ 24-21 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. He caught 11 passes for 133 yards, tying a Super Bowl record for most receptions at the time. His impeccable route running and clutch plays helped Tom Brady and the Patriots secure their third championship in four years.
Santonio Holmes held onto one of the most iconic catches in Super Bowl history to help the Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Arizona Cardinals 27-23. Holmes finished with nine receptions for 131 yards and a touchdown, including the game-winning grab in the corner of the end zone with 35 seconds on the clock. His late-game heroics secured the Steelers' sixth championship and his place in Super Bowl history.
In a defensive battle, Edelman was the most reliable offensive weapon, catching 10 passes for 141 yards as the Patriots defeated the Rams 13-3. His quick route-running and clutch receptions helped move the chains when New England struggled to score. Edelman became just the seventh wide receiver to win Super Bowl MVP, proving his value as one of the greatest postseason performers in NFL history.
Lynn Swann became the first wide receiver to win Super Bowl MVP after an unforgettable performance in the Steelers' 21-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Swann recorded 4 receptions for 161 yards and a touchdown, including a spectacular 64-yard catch that remains one of the most iconic plays in Super Bowl history.
Isaac Bruce made a lasting impact with 6 receptions for 162 yards, including a 73-yard game-winning touchdown to lift the Rams to a 23-16 victory over the Tennessee Titans. His big-play ability helped Kurt Warner secure his first Super Bowl win in one of the most thrilling finishes in Super Bowl history.
Ricky Sanders exploded for 9 receptions, 193 yards, and 2 touchdowns, helping Washington secure a 42-10 win over the Denver Broncos. His 80-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter fueled one of the greatest offensive outbursts in Super Bowl history.
Cooper Kupp orchestrated the Los Angeles Rams’ 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. He recorded eight receptions for 92 yards and two touchdowns, including the game-winning score in the final minutes. Kupp’s chemistry with Matthew Stafford and clutch performance capped off an incredible season. He led the league in receptions, yards, and touchdowns.
Jerry Rice delivered arguably the greatest Super Bowl performance ever by a wide receiver in the 49ers' 20-16 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. He set a Super Bowl record with 11 receptions for 215 yards and a touchdown. Rice’s receptions helped set up Joe Montana’s game-winning touchdown drive.
