Cowboys’ Wide Receivers Rank Among NFL’s Elite in 2025

1. George Pickens: The Star Emerging in Dallas

Pickens has become the steady, physical target Prescott needed in Lambs absence.

• 357 yards, 5 TDs, 15.5 yards per catch, and 21 first downs

• 91.3% first-down rate per reception the best in the league among receivers with 30+ targets

Pickens ranks fourth in the NFL in receiving touchdowns and has developed into a legitimate WR1 option.

His ability to win contested catches and stretch the field vertically has kept the Cowboys passing game thriving even when Lamb was sidelined.

2. CeeDee Lamb: Elite Efficiency, Even While Injured

Before the ankle injury that cost him multiple games, CeeDee Lamb was one of the NFLs most efficient receivers:

• 222 yards in just 3 games (74.0 YPG), 13.9 YPR, 10 first downs

• 81.8% catch rate, top-five among wide receivers with at least 20 targets

Even while playing through discomfort, Lamb produced at an elite per-game rate comparable to stars like Amon-Ra St. Brown and Garrett Wilson.

His absence opened the door for others to step upbut his efficiency when healthy remains unmatched.

3. KaVontae Turpin: Explosive and Underrated

Turpins speed and quickness have made him one of the Cowboys most versatile weapons.

• 159 yards, 14.5 yards per catch, 81.8% first-down rate, 1 TD

• Ranks top 20 in yards per reception, ahead of Jaylen Waddle and Tee Higgins

Turpin provides instant sparkhis ability to separate deep or turn screens into chunk plays has become vital in Lambs absence.

4. Ryan Flournoy: A Reliable Chain-Mover

Flournoy has made the most of every opportunity at wide receiver:

• 149 yards, 14.9 YPC, 8 first downs, 55 YAC

• Converts over 80% of his receptions into first downs

Flournoys reliability on third down has given Prescott a steady outlet underneath, helping Dallas maintain rhythm even with injuries at the top of the depth chart.

5. Statistical Team Comparison: Wide Receiver Core Rankings (Through Week 5)

To measure full-unit production, we use an Efficiency Score that weights both volume and explosiveness:

Efficiency Score = (Total Yards × 0.02) + (TD × 3) + (1st Downs × 0.5) + (YPR × 0.75)

NFL WR Unit Rankings (Through Week 5)

Why Dallas Leads the League in True Efficiency

Dallas sits No. 1 in Efficiency Score (98.3) because they pair balance with explosiveness:

• Highest yards per reception (14.9) among top-10 teams

• Top-3 in touchdowns (6) despite missing Lamb

• Best first-down conversion rate (83%)

The Rams may own more raw yardage, but Dallas maximizes every opportunity.

Depth and Discipline Define Dallas

Few offenses stay elite when injuries hit, yet the Cowboys continue to thrive.
Pickens emergence, Turpins burst, and Flournoys reliability have sustained production while Lamb recovers.

With Prescotts 101.1 passer rating and Williams league-leading first-down rushing, the 2025 Cowboys now boast the NFLs most efficient and complete wide receiver core.

Balanced. Explosive. Efficient.

This group has turned the Cowboys offense into a championship-caliber machine.