What is the Netflix series ‘Receiver’? Everything you need to know about the 2024 docuseries starring Justin Jefferson

The dog days of summer are upon us, and when NFL fans aren’t sitting in the sweltering heat, they’re craving more football content. Never fear, the answer to July boredom is on its way to Netflix in the form of “Receiver.”

From the creators of “Quarterback,” “Receiver” follows five prominent wideouts during the 2023 season and shows their lives beyond what everyone sees on Sundays. Insider insights are always welcome, and the players selected for this series will provide serious entertainment.

Here’s what you need to know about the Netflix documentary series “Receiver.”

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What is Netflix’s “Receiver” series?

The series is a documentary show that details each player’s experience in the NFL during the 2023 season. Each has a different story and belongs to distinctly different franchises, which adds a bit of variety to the stories.

Peyton Manning was executive producer of the documentary series and spoke to Netflix about the series in mid-June:

“As we do with “Quarterback: “We look forward to telling the stories of five incredible receivers, each with their own unique personality, skills and the motivation that drives them to be the best,” Manning said.

NFL Films, Omaha Productions and Patrick Mahomes’ 2PM Productions, the creative team behind “Quarterback,” helped produce the show. The series features four wide receivers and one tight end.

“We were thrilled last summer as viewers around the world immersed themselves in the lives of NFL quarterbacks,” Joe Zucco, executive producer of NFL Films, told Netflix. “We believe the extraordinary skills, dedication and passion of the NFL’s great wide receivers – and one tight end – will make for a perfect sequel.”

How many episodes of “Receiver” are there on Netflix?

“Receiver” consists of eight episodes, all of which were released simultaneously on July 10.

Fans can watch the entire season before training camp and the preseason to prepare for the 2024 season.

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Which players can be seen in “Receiver”?

Below are the five players featured in “Receiver”:

• Davante Adams, WR, Raiders
• Justin Jefferson, WR, Vikings
• George Kittle, TE, 49ers
• Deebo Samuel, WR, 49ers
• Amon-Ra St. Brown, WR, Lions

Davante Adams endured a season with the Raiders that was tumultuous in many ways, including transfer rumors and coaching firings. Justin Jefferson and quarterback Kirk Cousins ​​were injured for much of the season, which also needs to be documented.

Deebo Samuel and George Kittle offer insight into an impressive 49ers season that ended with a Super Bowl. Amon-Ra St. Brown was part of an exciting, young Lions team that nearly defeated the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game.

When will “Receiver” be released?

On July 10, Netflix released Receiver. All eight episodes of the series were released at once and are available now.

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Netflix trailer for “Receiver”

The trailer for “Receiver” was released in June.

Capture every moment.

From the makers of Quarterback, RECEIVER is out July 10th. pic.twitter.com/DLkoEGcXyS

— Netflix (@netflix) June 13, 2024

Netflix also released a teaser featuring producer Peyton Manning and Hall of Fame receiver Randy Moss.

Peyton Manning throws a pass to Randy Moss to introduce the receiver. Premieres TOMORROW. pic.twitter.com/wESgrS83fC

— Netflix (@netflix) July 9, 2024