Netflix is releasing a new series documenting some of the top wide receivers in the NFL. The production is titled “Receiver,” a spin-off of the successful “Quarterback” series. Some of the star wide receivers set to be featured in the series include Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson, George Kittle, Deebo Samuels, and Amron-Ra St. Brown.
The series will be produced by NFL Films, Omaha Productions, and 2PM Productions. The show will consist of eight episodes of 45 minutes each. The executive producers are Peyton Manning and Jamie Horowitz for Omaha Productions, Ross Ketover, Pat Kelleher, and Keith Crossrow for NFL Films, and Patrick Mahomes II from 2PM Productions.
“We are excited to be working again with Netflix and NFL Films to give fans unprecedented access to what it’s like to play receiver at the highest level,” said Peyton Manning. “As we did with ‘Quarterback,’ we look forward to telling the stories of five incredible receivers, each with their unique personality, skillset, and motivation[…]to be the best.”
The production was filmed during the 2023 season.
“The natural progression is from a pass to a catch, so we’re excited to dive into the Receiver world after the success of our ‘Quarterback’ series,” said Gabe Spitzer, the Vice President of Nonfiction Sports at Netflix. “NFL Films and Omaha Productions have delivered again in finding unique and dynamic athletes who will further highlight the drama of this sport on and off the field.”
