Wesley Welker With 672 catches, Wes Welker has the most career receptions for the Patriots. He also ranks third all-time with 50 touchdowns scored. Welker joined the Patriots as a draft pick in 2007 and was immediately given the opportunity to take over as the team's number one receiver. Over his first three seasons, he averaged 91 catches for 1,173 yards and nine touchdowns per year. In 2010, Welker led the league with 1,448 receiving yards and had 11 touchdowns; he was named MVP of the season finale victory over New York Giants that secured the Patriots' second consecutive playoff appearance. Welker signed a lucrative contract extension with New England before the 2013 season and continued to be one of the best receivers in football. He finished with 100 catches for 1,168 yards and eight touchdowns, earning him another Pro Bowl selection. After Tom Brady was injured in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LI, it was Welker who made the first catch against Los Angeles Rams' cornerback Marcus Peters. The Patriots went on to win 31-30 in overtime thanks in large part to some big plays from Welker.