2026 NFL Draft Preview: Tight Ends

The transfer portal has many of the top tight ends on the move!

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2026 NFL DRAFT TIGHT END PREVIEW

The Buckeyes reeled in one of the prize portal transfers in Max Klare who arrives from Big Ten rival Purdue. With a bevy of downfield threats, Klare poses as a major problem underneath, coming off a season in which he was one of the most productive pass-catchers in the nation. HIs size, hands and athleticism make him a top-tier pro prospect.

You might need to refer to your GPS to track towering tight end Tanner Koziol. After finishing the year with Ball State and participating in spring ball at Wisconsin, Koziol will report for training camp with Houston. Blessed with a huge frame and great leaping ability, Koziol serves as an adequate inline blocker.

Meanwhile, RJ Maryland who is coming off an ACL injury, remains one to watch due to his prototype size, great length, tremendous athleticism and legacy bloodlines, as the son of former 1991 number one overall pick Russell Maryland (Miami/Cowboys).