noti.group’s Ryan Dunleavy gives his top 10 tight ends in this year’s NFL draft, based on evaluations and conversations with people around the league:
1. Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon, 6-3, 241
Athletic freak who isn’t just a miscast receiver. Fastest 40-yard dash (4.39) at his position in 20 years, plus 26 reps on bench press. Strength manifests as finishing blocker. Perfect fit in “move” tight end role. Just 892 career receiving yards.
2. Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt, 6-4, 239
Converted quarterback’s 45.5-inch vertical was third highest at any position since 1999. Scratching the surface at tight end/H-back. Beats coverage down the seam and keeps running. Reliable hands when asked to move the chains.
3. Max Klare, Ohio State, 6-4, 246
Crisp route runner with a high ceiling as a pass catcher. At his best split out in the slot to use a diverse route tree and be a chess piece. Understanding of timing and creating leverage. Ascending run blocker. Should bulk up.
[Notigroup Newsroom in collaboration with other media outlets, with information from the following sources]
