
Patriots Target Six Tight End Fits Ahead of 2026 Draft
With the Patriots picking 31st in the 2026 NFL Draft, they’ll likely address tight end as Hunter Henry nears the end of his contract and free-agent signee Julian Hill adds run-blocking depth behind a small group led by Westover and Dippre. The piece highlights six TE fits for New England: Max Klare (Ohio State), Oscar Delp (Georgia; visited), Eli Stowers (Vanderbilt; elite receiver-type but limited blocking, with a potential move to wide receiver), Sam Roush (Stanford; big-bodied blocker with athletic upside but limited catch radius), Eli Raridon (Notre Dame; recovered from ACL injuries with strong hands), and Jack Endries (Texas; reliable hands, movement blocker). It also notes other prospects to watch and varying consensus rankings across the group.





