A.J. Green Single Season Yards Record
A.J. Green once held the Bengals' single-season receiving yards record, now held by Ja'Marr Chase.
A.J. Green is a former wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals. He once held the franchise record for single-season receiving yards, but it was broken by Ja'Marr Chase in 2021.
Quick Facts
- Player
- A.J. Green
- Position
- Wide Receiver
- Season year
- 2013
- Team
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Achievement type
- Single-Season Receiving Yards (Former Record)
- Status
- Broken by Ja'Marr Chase in 2021
Lore & Background
A.J. Green played for the Bengals from 2011 to 2020. He set the single-season receiving yards record in 2013 with 1,426 yards.
Reader's Guide
The record for most receiving yards in a single season by a Bengals player is held by A.J. Green, who achieved 1,426 yards in 2013. This record has not been broken as of the 2025 season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who held the overall Bengals single-season record before A.J. Green broke it?
Although Green set the rookie benchmark in 2011, Chad Johnson still held the franchise's all-time single-season receiving yards record at that time. Green eventually surpassed Johnson's total later in his career to claim the overall title.
Which quarterback did A.J. Green develop early chemistry with during this record season?
Green forged a sharp and productive connection with quarterback Andy Dalton throughout the 2011 campaign. Their synergy was a cornerstone of the Bengals' offense, allowing Green to maximize his route-running abilities.
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