Tight End Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Tight End
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18 |
|
6-5
225lbs
4.48
|
TE |
|
225lbs | 6-5 | 4.48 | 28 | 491 |
73.0
|
Skinner's blend of elite athleticism and prototypical length for the modern tight end position will have NFL scouts salivating. His... |
7 |
|
6-5
245lbs
4.52
|
TE |
|
245lbs | 6-5 | 4.52 | 5 | 104.6 |
83.6
|
Delp's elite speed at 245 pounds opens up offensive possibilities that few players at his position can provide, yet the modest college... |
3 |
|
6-4
225lbs
4.55
|
TE |
|
225lbs | 6-4 | 4.55 | 1 | 55.8 |
85.9
|
The gap between Stowers' receiving prowess and blocking limitations creates a fascinating evaluation. Every jaw-dropping seam route and... |
4 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.55
|
TE |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 3 | 86.3 |
84.4
|
Sadiq's deep-ball production and vertical threat capability create matchup problems that translate directly to the professional level, but... |
10 |
|
6-5
228lbs
4.58
|
TE |
|
228lbs | 6-5 | 4.58 | 16 | 177.5 |
81.0
|
Easter represents the modern tight end prototype that NFL offenses are increasingly seeking - a dynamic pass-catcher who can create... |
16 |
|
6-3
260lbs
4.58
|
TE |
|
260lbs | 6-3 | 4.58 | 35 | 590 |
73.8
|
Smalls displays good lateral movement skills, capable of working his way down the line with decent range when chasing in pursuit. Looks... |
17 |
|
6-5
240lbs
4.62
|
TE |
|
240lbs | 6-5 | 4.62 | 27 | 484.5 |
73.0
|
The North Carolina transfer brings intriguing physical tools to the tight end position, with the size and catch radius to become a... |
12 |
|
6-4
240lbs
4.65
|
TE |
|
240lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 10 | 134.3 |
79.7
|
Luckie profiles as a receiving specialist who could carve out an immediate role as a move tight end in the right offensive system. His... |
2 |
|
6-5
255lbs
4.65
|
TE |
|
255lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 22 | 388 |
86.0
|
Royer is a matchup problem that defensive coordinators will lose sleep over. His natural receiving ability shows up most prominently on... |
11 |
|
6-7
235lbs
4.66
|
TE |
|
235lbs | 6-7 | 4.66 | 14 | 169 |
80.0
|
Norfleet's freakish 6'7" frame immediately catches your eye on film, but the reality is more complex than his impressive measurements... |
6 |
|
6-4
240lbs
4.68
|
TE |
|
240lbs | 6-4 | 4.68 | 4 | 88.3 |
84.1
|
His film shows a fundamentally sound receiver who understands how to get open but lacks the physical dominance that defines elite tight end... |
9 |
|
6-3
241lbs
4.68
|
TE |
|
241lbs | 6-3 | 4.68 | 7 | 106.2 |
83.0
|
His tape shows a player caught between two worlds - possessing the receiving chops to threaten defenses vertically while lacking the... |