Last year in the NFL draft, we saw the resurgence of the tight end as 22 were drafted, the most since 2002. The upcoming draft appears to be just as loaded, potentially with even more top-end talent. Stars like Trey’Dez Green and Jamari Johnson headline the class, but there are many formidable talents at their heels. Below are my top 5 tight ends of the 2027 NFL Draft: Summer Scouting Edition.
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1. Trey’Dez Green, LSU
6’7″ | 245 | Junior
Strengths
• Rare size and athleticism combination
• Natural at contested catches. Elite high point and box-out ability
• Good long speed
• Seamless transition from catch to YAC. Fights through arm tackles, finishes every play strong
Weaknesses
• Struggles to separate
• Not used in-line
What I’m Looking For in 2026
• More diverse route tree
• Blocking
2. Jamari Johnson, Oregon
6’5″ | 257 | Junior
Strengths
• Good feel for route running. Tools to be great, but needs refining
• Large catch radius
• Strong, athletic build
• Good second gear in YAC. Runs tough
Weaknesses
• Lacks burst out of breaks
• Average wiggle
What I’m Looking For in 2026
• Blocking? Has the build for it
• Take another step forward in route running
• Highly productive season could earn him 1st round consideration
3. Luke Reynolds, Virginia Tech
6’4″ | 250 | Junior
Strengths
• Elite YAC ability. Makes first guy miss, adequate speed and finishes through contact
• Glides through routes
• Lines up all over formation
• 5 star recruit. #1 TE in 2024
Weaknesses
• Transfer to Virginia Tech could hurt stock
• Below average production as a starter in 2025
What I’m Looking For in 2026
• Focal point of the pass game
• Blocking? Has the build and temperament for it
• Stretch the field
4. Benjamin Brahmer, Iowa State
6’7″ | 250 | 21 | Senior
Strengths
• Natural hands catcher. Can catch in traffic and highpoint the ball
• Strong redzone threat
• Stretches the field vertically
• Good feel for spacing & timing in route running
• Lines up all over the formation
Weaknesses
• Lacks ideal speed
• Limited in YAC. Runs tough, but with very little wiggle
• Large frame could use more muscle
What I’m Looking For in 2026
• How is his blocking?
• Add muscle
• Can he win against man coverage with limited agility?
5. Decker DeGraaf, Washington
6’4″ | 249 | 20 | Junior
Strengths
• Sneaky good straight-line speed
• Good route running and more room to grow
• Lines up in-line and in the slot
• Good feel for zone coverage and presenting himself to the QB
Weaknesses
• Raw, undeveloped ability
• Size doesn’t lend itself to being a good blocker
• Limited production with 47 catches in career
What I’m Looking For in 2026
• Has the tools to become an elite route runner
• Blocking?
• More vertical routes
• Will size hinder him?
More Draft Content Coming!
NFL Draft season never ends for the die-hards. Last year, Blitz Sports Media brought you our first-ever draft prospect profiles, big board, and mock draft simulator. 2026-2027 will be even bigger.
Summer scouting is at full blast, and I will be bringing you pre-season position rankings right up to the start of college football. I will update trends throughout the season and, of course, lead right into NFL draft coverage starting right before the combine.
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