From Newsweek · Reice Shipley · · 40s
Davante Adams nears NFL record
Davante Adams edges closer to surpassing Jerry Rice's NFL record for career touchdowns.
In brief
Davante Adams edges closer to surpassing Jerry Rice's NFL record for career touchdowns. Davante Adams is within reach of breaking Jerry Rice's NFL career receiving touchdowns record with 121 touchdowns. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Adams' touchdown streak
Davante Adams scored four touchdowns in the Rams' first five games of the 2026 NFL season.
Current record position
Adams has 121 career receiving touchdowns, trailing Jerry Rice's 197 career touchdowns.
Next milestone
Adams' next touchdown will make him the NFL's No. 6 all-time receiver with 122 touchdowns.
Future potential
Adams could break into the top five in career receiving touchdowns if he plays through 2026.
The main idea
Davante Adams is within reach of breaking Jerry Rice's NFL career receiving touchdowns record with 121 touchdowns.
