About Wes Welker
Wesley Carter Welker (born May 1, 1981) is an American professional football coach and former wide receiver who is the tight ends coach for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played in the NFL for 12 seasons, most notably with the New England Patriots, and holds the NFL record for most receptions by an undrafted player. Welker played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, winning the Mosi Tatupu Award and receiving first-team All-Big 12 honors as a senior. Joining the NFL in 2004, Welker played his first three seasons with the Dolphins and set the franchise record for kick return yardage. Welker was traded to the Patriots in 2007, where he earned Pro Bowl selections in five of his six seasons, led the league in receptions three times, set the franchise record for receptions, and became one of 13 players to score a 99-yard touchdown. He played his next two seasons with the Denver Broncos and was a member of the 2013 team that set the NFL record for points scored in a season. He played for the St. Louis Rams in 2015 before retiring. Welker has served as an offensive assistant and coach since 2017 for several teams. For his accomplishments in New England, he was named to the Patriots' All-2000s, All-2010s, and All-Dynasty Teams. Joining the NFL in 2004, Welker played his first three seasons with the Dolphins and set the franchise record for kickoff return yardage.
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