Kenyon Sadiq TE Oregon | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Kenyon Sadiq TE Oregon
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 05/28/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.55 seconds (93%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Slot Multi-Role TE | |
| Last Updated: 05/28/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.55 seconds (93%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.4 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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78% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 136.0 | |
| Hands: |
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76% |
| Short Receiving: |
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76% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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82% |
| Deep Threat: |
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85% |
| Blocking: |
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74% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#92
Position rank:
#4
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| College Games: 21 College Snaps: 440 | ||
ESPN RATING: 83/100
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247 RATING: 96/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Elijah Arroyo - Miami |
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80% |
| Sam LaPorta - Iowa |
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80% |
| Luke Schoonmaker - Michigan |
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78% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Kenyon Sadiq the 6'3", 245-pound junior arrived in Eugene as a consensus four-star recruit who dominated Idaho prep football, leading Skyline High School to three consecutive state championships while accumulating eye-popping numbers that earned him MaxPreps Idaho Player of the Year honors as a senior. His final prep campaign featured 62 catches for 1,303 yards and 18 touchdowns, including a memorable 246-yard, six-catch, five-touchdown performance in the state semifinals that showcased the explosive playmaking ability that would later translate to college football.Sadiq's college career began modestly as a true freshman in 2023, catching five passes for 24 yards while learning behind veteran tight ends and contributing primarily on special teams across 14 games. His breakthrough moment came in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, where he hauled in his first collegiate touchdown against Liberty, providing a glimpse of the athletic ceiling that made him such a coveted recruit. The following season proved transformative as Sadiq expanded his role significantly despite playing behind starter Terrance Ferguson, who would become a second-round NFL Draft pick. His 24 receptions for 308 yards demonstrated remarkable efficiency, with both of his touchdown catches coming in Oregon's Big Ten Championship Game victory over Penn State - a performance that included a spectacular hurdle over a defender that became an instant highlight reel staple.
Throughout his time at Oregon, Sadiq has compiled impressive academic and athletic credentials while earning recognition from Pro Football Focus as one of the top returning tight ends in Power Four football heading into 2025. His 80.6 PFF grade ranked second nationally among returning tight ends, trailing only Vanderbilt's Eli Stowers, while his combination of receiving prowess and blocking development has drawn consistent praise from coaching staff and teammates alike. With Ferguson's departure to the NFL, Sadiq enters his junior campaign positioned to become the featured tight end in an Oregon offense that has historically leaned heavily on the position.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Explosive athlete with elite timed speed that allows him to separate vertically from linebackers and safeties.
- Natural hands receiver who consistently secures contested catches and demonstrates excellent ball tracking skills on throws outside his frame.
- Versatile route runner capable of lining up in-line, in the slot, or split wide while creating separation through smooth releases.
- Outstanding body control and spatial awareness, evidenced by his ability to make difficult catches along the sidelines and in traffic.
- Competitive blocker who shows willingness to engage in the run game despite his receiver-heavy skill set and frame limitations.
- High football intelligence with excellent field awareness, consistently finding soft spots in coverage and adjusting routes accordingly.
- Clutch performer who elevates his game in critical moments, as demonstrated by his Big Ten Championship Game touchdown performance.
- Raw physical tools include impressive leaping ability and coordination, allowing him to hurdle defenders and make acrobatic catches consistently.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Undersized frame at 245 pounds limits his effectiveness as an in-line blocker against bigger defensive ends and outside linebackers.
- Limited sample size as a featured receiver raises questions about how he'll handle increased target volume and defensive attention.
- Can struggle with physical press coverage from bigger defensive backs who can disrupt his release timing at the line of scrimmage.
- Inconsistent run blocking technique, particularly on combo blocks and when asked to reach block defensive ends on outside zone schemes.
- Needs to develop more nuanced route running against zone coverage, occasionally sitting in windows instead of finding true open grass.
Scouting Report: Summary
Sadiq's deep-ball production and vertical threat capability create matchup problems that translate directly to the professional level, but his blocking inconsistencies and 245-pound frame raise questions about every-down usage. His route precision suggests immediate contributions as a receiving weapon, yet NFL tight ends who struggle in protection often get pigeonholed into specific packages rather than featured roles.The speed advantage over linebackers becomes more pronounced at the next level, though his frame limitations magnify against NFL pass rushers who will test his anchoring ability. His competitive spirit and football intelligence provide hope for technical improvements in blocking, but the size constraints aren't developmental issues. The league's shift toward athletic tight ends helps his cause, though baseline competency across all phases remains essential.
His draft stock depends entirely on how he handles expanded responsibility as Oregon's primary tight end this season. The big-play ability and clutch performances suggest legitimate upside, but the small sample size means he could plateau once defenses focus on limiting his vertical routes. The talent is evident and encouraging, but questions about his complete game will determine whether he becomes a legitimate weapon or remains a situational contributor.
How other scouting services rate Kenyon Sadiq (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
74.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
3.0
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For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.