TIGHT END
TOP 5 QB VIDEO
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Bryce Young
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CJ Stroud
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Hendon Hooker
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Dorian Thompson-Robinson
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Jaren Hall
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Colston Loveland
TE | MICHIGAN | 6’5 | 245
Strengths: Loveland is a big, mobile tight end with a prototype frame. He’s athletic, long, and moves well in space, offering versatility to line up across the formation. He’s a smooth route-runner who can create natural separation with ease. Additionally, Loveland has a strong feel for settling into soft spots in coverage. Weaknesses: He needs to better leverage his size and play with more physicality through contact. His hands are adequate but not magnet level, and his high-cut frame can limit his pad level and punch at times. Bottom Line: Loveland has the size, movement skills, and technical foundation to develop into a top-tier starting tight end in the NFL.
Grade: Round 1
Travis Kelce
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Tyler Warren
TE | PENN ST. | 6’6 | 257
Strengths: Warren is an enormous tight end with outstanding college production. He’s highly versatile, lining up all over the formation and winning in a variety of ways. He’s vicious after the catch and nearly impossible to bring down once he builds momentum. Warren has excellent hands and thrives in contested-catch situations. Weaknesses: He’s a bit sluggish as a route-runner, lacking twitch and suddenness, and will rely more on physicality and leverage than finesse. Bottom Line: In the right system, Warren has the tools to be a fun and impactful NFL playmaker—but fit will be critical to unlocking his potential.
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Mason Taylor
TE | LSU | 6’5 | 255
Strengths: Taylor is a rugged yet athletic tight end with a filled-out frame and plenty of likeable traits. He’s a natural, smooth mover who gets in and out of his breaks efficiently. Taylor plays with strength and horsepower, works well in traffic, and shows a strong football IQ and awareness on the field. Weaknesses: At times, he can get a little high-cut both as a blocker and when moving in open space. Bottom Line: Taylor has the physical tools, movement skills, and instincts to develop into a legitimate NFL contributor at tight end.
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Elijah Arroyo
TE | MIAMI | 6’4 | 245
Strengths: Arroyo is a versatile tight end who resembles a big wide receiver. He’s a smooth, fluid athlete capable of making plays in space and stretching the field vertically. He has a strong catch-to-attack mentality and consistently picks up extra yards in YAC situations. Weaknesses: An ACL injury has complicated his evaluation, and he’s not particularly physical. He can also run a bit upright at times, which limits his power through contact. Bottom Line: Arroyo is an exciting, athletic piece who can be creatively deployed in a unique system to maximize his versatility and playmaking upside.
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Harold Fannin Jr.
TE | BOWLING GREEN | 6’4 | 230
Strengths: Fannin Jr. is a dynamic tight end with elite college production and the look of a big wide receiver on the field. He moves well in space, runs solid routes, and has reliable hands. His catch-to-attack mentality stands out, making him dangerous after the catch. He’s one of the more unique and creative pass-catching prospects at the position. Weaknesses: He lacks the traditional frame and size NFL teams prefer at tight end and won’t offer much as an in-line blocker. While he moves well, you wish he had even more top-end athleticism to match his play style. Bottom Line: Fit will be key for Fannin Jr., but in the right system, he has the tools to be a productive player.
Grade: Round 3
Jonnu Smith
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Gunnar Helm
TE | TEXAS | 6’5 | 250
Strengths: Helm is a reliable, consistent tight end with a well-balanced, filled-out frame. He’s a solid pass-blocker who shows good spatial awareness and knows how to provide quick relief in the short-passing game. Helm is very dependable at the catch point and looks comfortable operating in traffic. Weaknesses: He’s not a burner and doesn’t create much natural separation. While an adequate mover, his athletic ceiling is somewhat limited, and he’ll need to become more violent and build functional strength in the blocking game. Bottom Line: Helm is a steady, well-rounded presence who has the tools to develop into a very solid NFL tight end.
Grade: Round 4
Hunter Henry
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Terrance Ferguson
TE | OREGON | 6’5 | 255
Strengths: Ferguson is a well-proportioned tight end with a strong build that still looks long and athletic. He’s versatile enough to line up in multiple spots and is a willing blocker who embraces his role. He tested well athletically and has the tools to win in space and contribute as a pass-catcher. Weaknesses: His functional strength is a concern, particularly at the point of attack, and his routes tend to be more rounded than precise. Bottom Line: Ferguson has the frame, versatility, and football IQ to be a solid piece in the right system—bonus points for winning me the craziest bet of all time.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Oronde Gadsen II
TE | SYRACUSE | 6’5 | 236
Strengths: Gadsen II is a long, unique tight end with a massive catch radius and the ability to consistently win at the catch point. He’s a smooth glider with refined footwork, able to shake defenders at the top of his routes and create separation with his build-up speed. Weaknesses: He’s very slim for the position and won’t offer much as an in-line blocker. He also lacks twitch and doesn’t play with much raw power or explosiveness. Bottom Line: Fit will be key for Gadsen II—he’s a fun, creative weapon who can make plays if schemed up properly.
Grade: Round 5
Evan Engram
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Jake Briningstool
TE | CLEMSON | 6’6 | 240
Strengths: Briningstool is a long, athletic tight end with impressive acceleration for his size and the ability to build up speed downfield. He’s a true seam threat who can create mismatches with his length and has the potential to be a red zone nightmare. Weaknesses: He’s a bit lean and will need to add mass to hold up at the next level. He doesn’t offer much as a traditional in-line blocker. Bottom Line: Briningstool has the athletic tools and upside to develop into a productive pass-catching depth tight end in the NFL.
Grade: Round 5
Mike Gesicki
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Mitchell Evans
TE | NOTRE DAME | 6’5 | 260
Strengths: Evans is a big, well-proportioned tight end with a dense frame. He’s tough at the catch point and brings a physical presence to his route running. Evans has the strength and technique to win as an in-line blocker and plays with a clear understanding of his role, getting to his route landmarks with efficiency. Weaknesses: While solid in-line, he can struggle in space when asked to climb to the second level. He’s smooth for his size but lacks top-end speed and twitch. Bottom Line: Evans has the size, toughness, and instincts to compete for a TE2 role in the NFL.
Grade: Round 5
N/A
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Jackson Hawes
TE | GEORGIA TECH | 6’5 | 260
Strengths: Hawes is a strong, reliable tight end whose primary value lies in his blocking ability. He has a big frame with excellent functional strength and can move well in space, getting to the second level and contributing in more complex, spatially demanding blocking schemes. Weaknesses: He won’t offer much as a pass-catcher—his production and overall skill set in that area are limited. Bottom Line: In a creative or run-heavy offense, Hawes could be a valuable addition as a primarily blocking TE2.