Cris Carter is one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history and an eternal icon of the Minnesota Vikings. Over his remarkable 16-season career, Carter amassed incredible stats:
13,899 receiving yards (13th all-time)
1,101 receptions (6th all-time)
130 receiving touchdowns (4th all-time)
He still holds the Vikings’ all-time records in all three categories, cementing his legacy as one of the franchise’s greatest players.
Prime Years with the Vikings
After beginning his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, Cris Carter joined the Minnesota Vikings in 1990 and quickly became the heart of the team. From 1993 to 2000, he was selected to eight consecutive Pro Bowls, a testament to his consistency and elite talent.
In the 1994 and 1995 seasons, Carter set a franchise record with 122 receptions in a single season, a mark that stood for 27 years until Justin Jefferson surpassed it with 128. Known for his precise route-running, strong hands, and sideline mastery, Carter is widely regarded as one of the best sideline receivers in NFL history.
An Everlasting Legacy
For his immense contributions to the Minnesota Vikings, Carter was inducted into the Vikings Ring of Honor in 2003. A decade later, he received the ultimate recognition, entering the NFL Hall of Fame in 2013, officially cementing his place among the all-time greats.
Though he has long since retired, Cris Carter’s name remains synonymous with the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL. He is not only one of the franchise’s greatest players but also one of the best wide receivers to ever play the game.
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