James Madison Dukes · All-time career leaders
James Madison Football Career Receiving Yards Leaders
David McLeod holds James Madison's career receiving yards record with 2,899 yards (1990–1993). Gary Clark (2,863) and Earnest Payton (2,807) round out the top three. 5 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Kris Thornton (2020–2022), No. 4 on the list.
James Madison DukesUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Receiving Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David McLeod | 1990–1993 | 2,899 |
| 2 | Gary Clark | 1980–1983 | 2,863 |
| 3 | Earnest Payton | 1997–2000 | 2,807 |
| 4 | Kris Thornton | 2020–2022 | 2,540 |
| 5 | Brandon Ravenel | 2013–2016 | 2,250 |
| 6 | Riley Stapleton | 2016–2019 | 2,113 |
| 7 | Macey Brooks | 1993–1996 | 2,014 |
| 8 | Alan Harrison | 2000–2003 | 1,907 |
| 9 | Jay Jones | 1993–1996 | 1,862 |
| 10 | Antwane Wells Jr. | 2020–2021 | 1,853 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at James Madison only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.