Netflix is becoming a bigger and bigger part of the NFL. Recently, the streaming network and the NFL have made a deal to stream games there on Christmas Day.
Before this deal happened, Netflix has been diving into the sports documentary scene. Now, another one called “RECEIVER” is set to be released on July 10th. Today, fans had a chance to see a trailer for this, and they had plenty to say about it.
Netflix Releases “RECEIVER” Trailer
![BREAKING: NFL Fans React to Netflix's "RECEIVER" Documentary Trailer 1 Davante Adams, Las Vegas Raiders](https://gridironheroics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/USATSI_22245080-scaled-e1710988342793.jpg)
This morning, Netflix released a trailer for their new documentary called “RECEIVER.” The documentary follows five wide receivers (including a tight end) during their 2023 season.
So, who are the five lucky participants in this documentary? It is safe to say all of them are notable. Here is the full list:
- Las Vegas Raiders WR Davante Adams
- Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson
- San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle
- San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel
- Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown
Notable 2023 Events for These Players
![BREAKING: NFL Fans React to Netflix's "RECEIVER" Documentary Trailer 2 George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions G](https://gridironheroics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USATSI_22396700_168400517_lowres-1024x683.jpg)
So, what are some of the most notable things to happen during the 2023 season for these players? Three of these players met in the NFC Championship game. The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Detroit Lions before losing in Super Bowl LVIII to the Kansas City Chiefs.
However, these three players were not the only ones who had seasons end in heartbreak. Justin Jefferson ended up missing nearly half of the season due to a hamstring injury. On top of this, Davante Adams had drama with the Raiders before they inevitably fired head coach Josh McDaniels and benched QB Jimmy Garoppolo.
NFL Fans React to Trailer
![BREAKING: NFL Fans React to Netflix's "RECEIVER" Documentary Trailer 3 San Francisco 49ers](https://gridironheroics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/USATSI_22453665-scaled-e1714087163882.jpg)
It is safe to say a lot of NFL fans are excited for this documentary to come out. Here are some of the most notable reactions to the latest trailer:
“I cannot wait to see the difference in prep from Kirk to JJ. Cool we get to see two guys same team different approaches”
“Damn. Ok. I’m watching.”
“I loved the series Quarterback I will definitely be watching this”
“So much anticipation for this”
“Very cool!! it would be cool in the future to see other positions too. I would love to see one about RB’s. You could come from the angle of them fighting against be devalued.”
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