All articles tagged with #tight ends
As Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's wedding approaches, numerous NFL tight ends are reportedly traveling to New York for the celebration, drawn by the Tight End University brotherhood founded by Kelce with George Kittle and Greg Olsen; Madison Square Garden is expected to host the gathering.
McCarthy praised Darnell Washington as healthy and ready, signaling a flexible offense that leans into 11-personnel while keeping Washington in the plan with his blocking and receiving upside, as Freiermuth and the improved WR group compete for targets and two-tight-end looks become more prominent.
OTA No. 2 at Quest Diagnostics featured a red-zone TD from Theo Johnson on a pass from Jameis Winston, with Kayvon Thibodeaux applying pressure; Rico Payton intercepted a late pass and returned it; Isaiah Likely made a one-handed grab over the middle; Jaxson Dart connected with Gunner Olszewski while Calvin Austin III continued to pile up catches. Harbaugh praised the tight end room as potentially the best in the league as the Giants continue OTAs, with remaining practices on May 21, May 27–29, June 1–4 and minicamp June 8–10.
FantasyPros’ Evan Tarracciano names four tight ends to target for 2026 fantasy football—Tyler Warren, Dallas Goedert, Isaiah Likely, and Kenyon Sadiq—with notes on why each could produce, including Warren’s pre-injury pace and return, Goedert’s top-8 upside despite potential TD regression, Likely’s big-target role with the Giants, and Sadiq’s elite athleticism and possible draft landing spots that could unlock a breakout season.
Day 4 of the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine showcased elite speed across the board, led by Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq’s 4.39-second 40, with the defensive groups posting record speeds (defensive line 4.87, linebackers 4.55, defensive backs 4.44) and tight ends posting the fastest average among the offense. Eli Stowers (Vanderbilt) posted a 45.5-inch vertical, a 4.51 40 and an 11-foot-3 broad jump; Kadyn Proctor discussed aiming for 350-355 pounds; Lorenzo Styles Jr. led a sub-4.4 safety group (Styles 4.27, Spears-Jennings 4.32, Stukes 4.33, Thieneman 4.35). Thieneman’s 4.35 and other fast times boosted first-round chatter, while Connor Lew shared a beach-snapping origin story and Georgia tackle Monroe Freeling highlighted yoga’s benefits for injury prevention and mobility.
Day 2 of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis featured breakout performances from tight ends Kenyon Sadiq and Eli Stowers: Sadiq ran a 4.39s 40 and posted a 43.5-inch vertical, while Stowers recorded a 45.5-inch vertical and an 11 feet 3 inches broad jump and was second in the 40 at 4.51s. Lorenzo Styles Jr. (safety) clocked 4.27s with a 39-inch vert; Dillon Thieneman (safety) ran 4.35s with a 41-inch vert; Toriano Pride Jr. (CB) posted 4.32s, the fastest among this year’s corners. Sadiq is projected as a first-round pick; Stowers is among tight ends the Ravens could target in April’s draft.
At the 2026 NFL Combine, the tight end group impressed with depth and versatility: Kenyon Sadiq set a tight-end combine record with a 4.39-second 40, while five prospects—Sam Roush (Stanford), Max Klare (Ohio State), Martin Klein (Michigan), Nate Boerkircher (Texas A&M), and Tanner Koziol (Houston)—showcased a blend of blocking, catching, and route-running. The Lions are seeking balanced tight ends who can create matchup advantages, with Roush viewed as a fit for immediate TE2 upside, Klein as upside production, and Koziol and Boerkircher flashing potential in big-slot and hands, while Klare demonstrated strong receiving but mixed blocking and drill results.
Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis highlighted standout showings from defensive backs and tight ends as several prospects posted elite athletic marks. Stock-ups included Daylen Everette (4.38 40, 37.5-inch vertical), John Michael Gyllenborg (4.60 40), Chris Johnson (4.40 40), Toriano Pride Jr. (4.32 40), Kenyon Sadiq (4.39 40), Lorenzo Styles Jr. (4.27 40) and Dillon Thieneman (4.35 40). Three players undercut the buzz a bit and will need solid pro days to lift their stock: Davison Igbinosun, Max Klare and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. The event underscored how fast and explosive drills at Lucas Oil Stadium can reshape a prospect’s draft outlook, especially for DBs and TEs.
The Rams' Week 18 win over the Cardinals featured a high-pressure defense, a record for 13 personnel usage, and standout performances by tight ends and wide receiver Puka Nacua, contributing to their 37-20 victory and playoff positioning.
The article provides fantasy football start 'em and sit 'em recommendations for tight ends in Week 17, highlighting players like Pitts, Fannin, and Henry as strong starts, while advising to bench Kelce, Warren, Parkinson, and Barner due to recent performance and matchup concerns.
The article provides fantasy football advice for Week 16, recommending starting Pitts, Goedert, Waller, and Parkinson based on recent performance and matchups, while advising to sit Warren, Loveland, Henry, and Barner due to recent struggles and tough matchups.
This article provides fantasy football advice for Week 10, recommending which tight ends to start or sit based on recent performance, matchups, and potential upside, including players like Gadsden, Kincaid, Pitts, Loveland, Schultz, Otton, Johnson, Njoku, Hockenson, Taylor, Engram, and Musgrave.
The article provides fantasy football advice for Week 8, recommending which tight ends to start or sit based on recent performance, matchups, and injury status, highlighting players like Goedert, Gadsden, Kincaid, and Pitts as strong starts, while advising caution with Ertz, Henry, and Johnson.
The article provides Week 4 fantasy football rankings for tight ends, highlighting key players like Tyler Warren, T.J. Hockenson, and Mark Andrews, along with updates on their performances and expectations, as well as kicker and defense rankings.
The article provides fantasy football start 'em and sit 'em recommendations for tight ends in Week 4, highlighting players like Tyler Warren, Hunter Kraft, and Dallas Goedert as strong starts, while advising to bench players like David Njoku and Kyle Pitts due to tough matchups or inconsistent performance.