From Wes Welker to supersized: Inside the NFL's slot receiver

From Wes Welker to supersized: Inside the NFL's slot receiver evolution ; Tyreek Hill Chiefs 5-10 185 407 ; Jakobi Meyers Patriots 6-2 200

In a way, they tend to fill a slotposition in the middle area The area between the wide receiver and the offensive linemen is where they 'slot' hence the name

slot booked However, compared to outside wide receivers, the Slot receiver will be extra speedy and typically have top-notch route-running skills He likely excels in

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