Chris Riser brings big-play juice to Louisiana Tech’s receiver room
In the 2026 season, Chris Riser has only 2 receptions for 42 yards, but that 21.0 yards-per-catch clip hints at a vertical threat who can punish defenses when he gets loose.[1][4] The appeal is less volume than upside: he looks like a low-usage, high-efficiency target with explosive-play potential, which makes him intriguing for teams hunting speed and field-stretching ability. The caution flag is the sample size, so the current read is more “projection with pop” than proven featured receiver.[1][3]
