Where does Jimmy Graham rank in NFC's all-time TD receptions?
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Where does Jimmy Graham rank in NFC's all-time TD receptions?
Luke Loffredo, Saints Wire·Saints Wire
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Following up ourranking of the all-time receiving yardage leaders in the NFC, we transition to another defining statistic for pass catchers: receiving touchdowns. Much like our rushing rankings, many of the same names remain near the top thanks to the remarkable production they sustained throughout their careers. However, the list becomes much more interesting as you work your way toward the bottom.
A certainNew Orleans Saintmakes an appearance as the lone tight end on the list:Jimmy Graham. Graham revolutionized the position during his prime, becoming one of the most dominant vertical threats the game has ever seen and proving that tight ends could be featured as true No. 1 receiving options.
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Just behind him isPackerslegendDavante Adams, who continues to add to his legacy with theLos Angeles Ramsafter spending years as one ofGreen Bay's premier touchdown scorers. And, of course, there'sCalvin Johnson. One of the most transcendent players of his generation, "Megatron" was a physical specimen unlike anything the league had seen -- a 6-foot-5, 240-pound receiver with 4.3 speed whose combination of size, athleticism, and ball skills made him virtually impossible to guard.
Similar to the running backs on our previous list, these pass catchers had a knack for finding the end zone, whether it was from inside the red zone or on explosive plays from anywhere on the field. More importantly, they earned the unwavering trust of their quarterbacks when the game was on the line.
Here's our ranking of the conference's top 10 all-time receiving touchdown leaders.
10. Calvin Johnson: 83 receiving touchdowns
Nov 26, 2015; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) scores a touchdown while being pressured by Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Eric Rowe (32) during the third quarter of a NFL game on Thanksgiving at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 2, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams (17) reacts after catching a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Teams:Green Bay Packers (2014 to 2021) andLos Angeles Rams(2025)
8. Jimmy Graham: 89 receiving touchdowns
NEW ORLEANS, LA - DECEMBER 21: Jimmy Graham #80 of the New Orleans Saints takes the field prior to a game against the Atlanta Falcons at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on December 21, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Nov. 11, 2007; New Orleans, LA, USA; St. Louis Rams wide receiver (80) Isaac Bruce catches a touchdown in front of New Orleans Saints corner back (43) Jason David during the second half at the Louisiana Superdome. The Rams defeated the Saints 37-29. Mandatory Credit: Matt Stamey-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 21, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) runs against Carolina Panthers linebacker Christian Rozeboom (56) during the second half at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Jan 3, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) and Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) on the field in the 2014 NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 1998; Irving, TX, USA; FILE PHOTO; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cris Carter (80) runs with the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the 1998 season at Texas Stadium. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 10, 2000; San Francisco, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; San Francisco 49ers receiver Terrell Owens (81) in action against New Orleans Saints defensive back Kevin Mathis (23) at 3Com Park. Mandatory Credit: Peter Brouillet-USA TODAY NETWORK
Jerry Rice set receiving and touchdown records that likely will never be broken.
Teams:San Francisco 49ers (1985 to 2000) andSeattle Seahawks(2004)
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Archie Manning takes time to talk to IndyStar's Dana Benbow during a promotional visit to St. Vincent Neighborhood Hospital in Noblesville, Ind., on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019. Manning was born in Drew, Miss., in 1949. His No.18 was the first of only four Ole Miss Jersey's ever retired and he was drafted second overall in the 1971 NFL draft. He played most of his 14 years in the NFL with the Saints and twice made the Pro Bowl. He's received many accolades and is well known for his philanthropic work. Manning was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame in 1989.
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The actor John Goodman was recognized by the crowd at the official opening of the new John Goodman Amphitheatre at Missouri State University on October 30, 2022.
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Archie Manning takes time to talk to IndyStar's Dana Benbow during a promotional visit to St. Vincent Neighborhood Hospital in Noblesville, Ind., on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019. Manning was born in Drew, Miss., in 1949. His No.18 was the first of only four Ole Miss Jersey's ever retired and he was drafted second overall in the 1971 NFL draft. He played most of his 14 years in the NFL with the Saints and twice made the Pro Bowl. He's received many accolades and is well known for his philanthropic work. Manning was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame in 1989.
