TIGHT ENDS WITH THE BEST HANDS 2026 NFL Draft

2026 TIGHT ENDS WITH THE BEST HANDS

Precision, reliability, and unyielding consistency in catching have been the hallmarks of exceptional tight ends in college football. Legends like Travis Kelce and George Kittle, with their impeccable ability to convert targets into receptions, have not only shaped games but have left an indelible mark on the historical tapestry of the sport. It's in this spirit that we dive into the “Best Hands” rating, a metric crafted to illuminate the tight ends who are not merely participants but playmakers, ensuring every throw in their direction counts.

As you delve into the data below, we invite you to explore the “Best Hands” rating, unfolding a narrative told in numbers, reflecting the skill and reliability of today's college tight ends. This metric, centered on the analysis of catch rates and minimized drops, opens a window into the proficiency and potential of these players, providing a glimpse into the future of tight end talent that may one day grace both college and professional fields with game-defining catches.

2026 Tight Ends ranked by HANDS

RANK Player Pos Team HANDS SHORT MEDIUM DEEP BLOCKING Rating
1

Luke
Hasz

TE
Arkansas   Mascot
Arkansas Mascot
87 81 87 88 67
80.1
2

Trey
Leckner

TE
Washington State   Mascot
Washington State Mascot
72 0 0 0 56
89.4
3

Kenyon
Sadiq

TE
Oregon   Mascot
Oregon Mascot
71 70 64 82 72
83.5
4

Shamar
Easter

TE
Arkansas   Mascot
Arkansas Mascot
70 0 93 0 63
88.0
5

Jelani
Thurman

TE
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
62 50 62 48 64
46.7
6

Jaden
Platt

TE
Texas A&M   Mascot
Texas A&M Mascot
56 0 0 68 52
42.5
7

Riley
Williams

TE
Miami   Mascot
Miami Mascot
47 63 63 57 53
79.8