Lots of NFL wide receivers are dangerous after the make a catch, but Miami Dolphins receiver Albert Wilson says he's the best in the league. Wilson is a fifth-year player who spent his first four seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs. This is his first season with the Dolphins. His numbers don't really indicate that he's one of the NFL's best, but he has endless confidence in himself.
“I’m the best YAC receiver in the league, for sure,” Wilson told ESPN. “Team is looking for me to make those plays. That’s what I’m here for.”
Wilson's teammates say his build makes him unique, at least compared to other receivers in the NFL. Wilson is lower to the ground than most wide receivers, standing 5-foot-9. However, he's very quick. His can run the 40-yard dash in around 4.4 seconds, so when he's in open space, he can really take off.
“He’s a strong runner when he gets the ball in his hands,” said Dolphins head coach Adam Gase. “It’s hard for guys to tackle him because he’s built like a running back, but he’s a wide receiver. He can run all of the routes and do all of those things. He can get into the backfield and run the ball. He’s tough, physical. He’s fast, I know that.”
On Sunday, Albert Wilson recorded six receptions for 155 yards and two touchdowns in their 21-28 victory over the Chicago Bears. He has 23 receptions for 359 yards and four touchdowns this season. His 196 YAC rank him 16th in the NFL. If he continues to perform like he did last week, he'll surge to the top in no time.
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