The more things change, the more they stay the same -- sometimes.
Once again in 2016, we saw star wide receivers like Antonio Brown, Julio Jones and Odell Beckham continue producing elite numbers. The top-end wide receivers are fairly predictable in their production from one year to the next, which is a refreshing benefit to their respective offenses -- consistent wide receiver production is a vital piece to offensive success in the NFL.
Something not always predictable is a wide receiver’s ability to bounce back following a disappointing year.
There are many variables that can grow or suppress a player’s growth and production, like turnover at the head coach or offensive coordinator positions, injuries to teammates, or even more time in their current offensive system.