'26 DRAFT RANKING WR/TE

2026 WIDE Receivers/TIGHT ENDS

NUMERICAL RATINGS/DRAFT VALUE EXPLANATION WIDE/SLOT RECEIVER

95-100 ELITE PLAYER, Yearly in All Pro debate, consistently a Top 5 player at the position, can change the direction of the franchise. Likely a league MVP at some point of his career potentially more than once. Face of the franchise, elite level football IQ, high personal character and while talent can trump that for some it cannot for me for this level of rating. Expect elite level performance and undeniable team leadership for 10/15 years. Possible Hall of Fame Career. TOP 5/10 DRAFT PICK

90-94 Top 5/10 at the position most years, All Pro 3-5 years over 10/15-year career with drafting team, may possibly win a MVP award with a special season. Capable of turning the fortunes of a franchise as long as other pieces in place. One of the primary faces of the franchise, high football IQ, preferred high personal character team leader on the offensive side. Consistently a top-level performer in all years, could make HOF ballot for a few years. Mid/Late 1st round draft pick

82-89 Solid at the position. Look for 8/12-year career perhaps spending last few as a backup. Possibly an All-Pro season or two should finish in top half of players at position most years. Very good but not great. Very solid and dependable player. Team will be looking for replacement after 5/7 years, may not find one but looking. 2nd contact with drafting team 50/50. 2nd/3rd round

74-81 Flaws that can possibly be overcome. Could be, lack of ideal arm strength, prototypical size or athleticism, mechanical issues, could be injury or personality concerns. Likely 3/5-year career max at starter level in most cases, then relegated to backup duty. Rare players with a few years of patience, good coaching, along with a strong personal work ethic can evolve to more. Potential to become long term starter but the team will always be looking for a better option, this can last for many years, but player will be on the bubble year to year. 2nd contract with drafting team unlikely. Draft 3rd/4th round

65-73 Numerous flaws, Injury concerns or physical limitations. May start a year or two for a desperate team. Could be star players with serious injury concerns, some with rare physical attributes who will need serious coaching and patience, some who never found a fit in college. Likely a 3-to-5-year career then on the bubble, some players can carve out a longer career or even start will hard work and patience or as a backup if willing to play for multiple teams over career. Some fortunate few beat the odds and find a long-term home; most are out of football within 5 years. Draft 4th/5th round

57-64 Career backup/ developmental player. At this point the draft is even more of a gamble. Could be formerly high rated recruit who failed to live up to expectations. Could be star players with serious injury concerns, some with rare physical attributes who will need serious coaching and patience, some who never found a fit in college. Some can develop (Brady) but this is rare. likely will begin as a #3 or practice squad player, the rest depends on patience and work ethic. Player not finishing rookie contract with drafting team is more likely. Will live on the bubble. Draft 6th/7th round

50-56 Developmental Practice squad player. Another home for those who did not find great success in college or after much hype in High School. 1 in 50 can beat the odds and have a longer career. Just an arm for practice and scout team, the "preferred walk on" of the NFL, could, could, develop into role player with tenacity and patience. Likely just on roster a year or two at best as a practice player not active on game days. Draft late 7th round/Priority Free Agent (PFA) Free Agent (UDFA)

45-49 Player for Training Camp or practice squad 1 in 100 will carve out a longer career due to incredible diligence and tenacity. Only active when team needs a body for a couple games due to injuries.. Not long for the team. Week to Week. Likely will sign with several teams over a few years. Teams will lead these guys on often knowing they will never play a down for them. Better not completely leave school before graduation that degree will be necessary. Free Agents only. (UDFA)

Under 45 Training camp body at best, HOPE YOU GOT YOUR DEGREE!!! THE REAL WORLD IS COMING!!!!!!!!! Well maybe after numerous stints in Arena Ball or the UFL!! Players with a specific skill or perhaps tremendous intangibles worthy of a Camp Invite, 1 in 500 make more of it like making the practice squad for a year or two. Frankly, GM's who sign these guys for anything more than a camp body will be looking for work soon. Free Agents only. (UDFA)

EXPLANATION OF OTHER TERMS

BUST ALERT!!! A player highly ranked by many others but one I do hold in the same regard. Also, this term will be used for players who I call "ONE YEAR WONDERS" these players are either freakish athletes or players who had one season that FAR exceeded their previous production creating serious risk. This term will be reserved for 1st round projections where mistakes can cripple a franchise.

OVERRATED ALERT!!! Similar to the above but not as extreme, for after 1st/2nd rounds.. Players are not as highly rated so mistakes while still important do not carry the same weight. There are multiple reasons for this designation some but not limited to character, talent, injuries,college scheme or system.

UNDERRATED ALERT!!! Players I feel deserve a higher ranking than many/most other so called experts. These players in the future will be referred to as "STEALS" but I want it known my evaluation were on point when they were drafted.

SLEEPER ALERT!!!! A player that perhaps played in a poor scheme for his talents, suffered from poor coaching, revolving door coaching, poor supporting cast but has shown flashes that can lead him to success in the proper environment.

POSITION CHANGE ALERT!!! These are players who I feel due primarily to their skill set or more rarely at times measurables will reach their maximum level of NFL success by changing from their primary College position.

CHARACTER ALERT!!! This designation is reserved for players who have had multiple issues concerning there character. This can be legal issues, multiple transfers, poor practice habits, friction with teammates and/or Coaches, Academic issues and or any other infraction that brings into question the players decision making. Teams must weigh the risk/reward related to these players VERY CAREFULLY!!

INJURY ALERT!!!! A player with serious injury concerns, medicals vital. Possibly multiple injuries while in college or one severe injury. Also could have a long history in College and even perhaps High School "Injury Prone" is the common term. If you are missing time on the field you are costing your team $$$$

OUTSIDE RECEIVERS

Players best suited for the traditional Wide receiver position. Quickness and long speed both important but a big body than can still run can be very effective, strong hands, catch radius, route running and discipline are vital. Most will play on the primarily outside, some are able to move inside and be effective.

2026 OUTSIDE RECEIVER OVERVIEW:

A very top-loaded class but that talent is elite and with five players I have with a 1st round grade which does not happen often. After than things fall off fast but numerous of these players were not in a scheme or at a school with QB issues that contributed to their performances. The lower section has numerous players who never lived up to expectations and in the correct scheme and with patience they could become quality NFL receivers.

2026 WIDE RECEIVER RANKINGS/CLASS GRADE A

RK NAME SCH Ht Wt Rtg RND

1.Carnell Tate OSU 6-1 191 97 Top 5

Well coached, experienced and completely ready to start day one. No holes in his game, GREAT hands, excellent route runner, plays bigger than he is, excellent quickness and speed, catches with hands. Better than Egbuka my #1 last season who had a great rookie season.

2.Jordyn Tyson AzSt 6-1 195 95 Top 10

Great possession receiver who rarely misses one-on-one balls, very physical but lacks elite long speed. Great route runner, he works the short zones better than anyone. Will become the "go to" guy on 3rd down and in red zone which is highly valuable.

3.Chris Brazzell Tenn 6-5 200 93 Mid 1st

SLEEPER ALERT!! Like Bell, I'm higher on him than others and NO WAY he gets drafted this high either, another later day 2 pick likely. Great length and solid speed, gets downfield smooth and easily. Works well in traffic on short routes, slight frame could be an issue.

4.Denzel Boston Wash 6-3 209 92 Late 1st

Great frame and strength, not a burner but works short area very well, great hands.

5.Chris Bell Lou 6-2 220 89 Early 2nd

SLEEPER ALERT!! I am certainly higher on him than anyone and NO WAY he will get drafted this high. Likely a late day 2 pick and due to injury late last season his availability this season could be effective. Very strong, excellent speed, glides across the field. Hard worker who is likely the best downfield blocker in the group. Needs some route work but raw athleticism is excellent. Hard to handle in short zones and can outrun most. He never worked with a good QB situation at Louisville.

6.Ja'Kori Lane USC 6-4 195 85 Late 2nd

Has the length, hands and other tools to become a very good possession receiver, 12 TDs in '24 season.

7.Germi Bernard Ala 6-0 209 84 Early 3rd

Built like a RB and runs after the catch like one. Strong and should become a solid possession guy, average speed at best.

8.Malachi Fields NDame 6-4 220 83 Mid 3rd

Could become a solid WR2 with some speed work but likely more of a solid rotational player.

9.Elijah Surratt Ind 6-2 209 82 Mid 3rd

Another tough receiver built like a RB, great in finding holes in zones.

10.Eric McAllister TCU 6-3 205 79 Late 3rd

Others like him much better. great speed, can get deep. Needs route work.

11.Reggie Virgil TxTch 6-3 190 77 Early 4th

Great length, plus speed, nice hands. He should evolve into a solid WR3

12.Jeff Caldwell Cin 6-5 215 76 Early 4th

Long with great frame and nice athleticism, was dominant in DII but struggled with consistency in '25

13.Ted Hurst GaSt 6-2 194 67 Mid 5th

Small conference star with the ability to get deep. Over 125 receptions and 15 TDs last two seasons.

14.De'Zhaun Stribling Miss 6-2 200 64 Early 6th

Three programs and produced at all, also struggled with consistency at all.

15.Josh Cameron Bay 6-1 218 62 Mid 6th

Solid build has possession ability and had 19 TDs last two seasons.

16.CJ Daniels Mia(F) 6-2 205 62 Mid 6th

6 years player who showed his lack of speed at upper levels.

17.Malik Benson Ore 6-1 195 59 Early 7th

Could outplay this if he would get out of his own way. Needs to mature and realize what he could be.

18.Caleb Douglass TxTch 6-4 205 56 Mid 7th

Long with some solid possession traits.

19.Harrison Wallace Miss 6-1 200 55 Late 7th

Should find a spot on a team . He could develop into a decent possession guy.

20.Nic Anderson LSU 6-4 216 54 Late 7th

Once alofty recruit, worth a look. Worth a practice squad spot.

21.Chase Roberts BYU 6-4 210 53 PFA

Others are higher on him. I'm not sure he will be able to separate at NFL level.

22.Dane Key Neb 6-2 210 52 PFA

Has some possession ability.

23.Romello Brinson SMU 6-2 190 51 PFA

Has shown some ability to get deep.

24.Donaven McCulley Mich 6-5 215 50 PFA

I kept waiting for him to be better.

25.Emm Henderson Kan 6-1 190 49 UDFA

Good practice squad candidate.

26.Jordan Hudson SMU 6-1 200 48 UDFA

27.O'Mega Blake Ark 6-1 187 47 UDFA

Has shown some explosiveness.

28.Anthony Smith ECar 6-3 189 46 UDFA

29.JMicheal Sturdivant Fla 6-2 205 45 UDFA

30.Noah Thomas Ga 6-5 200 44 UDFA

31.Bryce Lance NDSt 6-2 204 43 UDFA

32.Colbie Young Ga 6-3 215 42 UDFA

Never lived up to athletic ability.

33.Jalen Walthall IncW 6-2 180 41 UDFA

34.Kyle Dixson Culv 6-4 215 40 UDFA

35.Dillion Bell Ga 6-1 210 40 UDFA

SLOT WIDE RECEIVERS

Players I deem best suited for playing primarily at the inside receiver position. Quicker than fast, some lanky types with good hands and limited speed, some big, bodied types than are not Tight Ends can find a home here. With the many different offenses teams operate they can find spots for all, if they are smart enough.

2026 SLOT RECEIVER OVERVIEW

AGAIN, I CREATED THIS POSITION 1ST! As for this group, much like the outside receivers it is top-heavy. Rare is a player who ranks in Top 10 here, and all three-2nd rounders can outplay that rating. After that several others have that same opportunity as well as becoming stars for kick return ability. I see ten that have the ability to become long-term NFL players, a very good year for the position!

2026 SLOT RECEIVER RANKINGS/CLASS GRADE A

RK NAME SCH Ht Wt Rtg RND

1.Makai Lemon USC 5-11 190 95 Top 10

YES, he can play outside and be solid but not spectacular but I see him as dominant working from this spot. His lack of long speed is why. As for the slot, he is the best route runner in the group, and it's not close! Excellent hands, very good one on one ability, great stop/start ability He has all the tools to excel inside for years.

2.Zach Branch Ga 5-10 175 89 Early 2nd

Lightning quick, explosive, great vision and burst and very tough for his size. He will need the right offense but used properly he is a weapon. Also, can excel as a KR.

3.Kevin Concepcion TxA&M 5-11 187 88 Early 2nd

Another lightning quick player with great explosiveness. He will need to toughen up but his burst and elusiveness should make him dangerous. Also an excellent KR prospect.

4.Deon Burks Okl 5-9 194 85 Late 2nd

INJURY ALERT!! If he can stay healthy, he will earn this spot, if not he will bust. yes, he is a gamble.

5.Aaron Anderson LSU 5-8 187 84 Early 3rd

When healthy he has all the tools to be a great player here, also has dabbled as a KR.

6.Antonio Williams Clem 5-11 190 82 Mid 3rd

Great hands, solid possession receiver, not many explosive plays, possibly due to poor QB play

7.Jacob DeJesus Cal 5-7 170 80 Late 3rd

Solid possession guy, great quickness, route ability and hands, also vast success as a KR

8.Omar Cooper Ind 6-0 204 77 Early 4th

Some like him outside, I do not. Inside he can use his strength and size to win battles.

9.Kaden Wetjen Iowa 5-9 196 76 Early 4th

My #1 KR and an underused receiver with tremendous upside. Played with average to poor QB play his entire career

10.Caulin Lacy Lou 5-10 190 69 Early 5th

286 catches and over 3300 yards, plus a versatile KR.

11.Kevin Coleman Mo 5-11 180 67 Mid 5th

Four schools in four years but almost 200 catches and a solid KR resume.

12.Barion Brown LSU 6-1 182 65 Late 5th

Produced on teams with poor passing attacks. SIX KR TDs!!

13.Brennen Thompson MissSt 5-9 170 64 Early 6th

Lightning quick but only produced one good season in four.

14.Eric Rivers GaTch 5-11 174 62 Mid 6th

Should have used his year he had left.

15.Hank Beatty ILL 5-10 185 56 Mid 7th

Had one huge season.

16.Eli Heidenreich Nvy 6-0 206 55 Mid 7th

Great all-around athlete, sneaky fast and tough as nails.

17.Ty Montgomery JCarl 6-1 184 54 Late 7th

Former D1 Basketball player who was dominant at D3, worth a look.

18.Zavion Thomas LSU 5-10 192 54 Late 7th

Has some WR4 ability plus a solid KR option.

19.Michael Jackson Pur 6-0 205 52 PFA

Nice size, has KR ability

20.Cyrus Allen Cin 5-11 180 49 UDFA

21.Skyler Bell UCon 6-0 185 48 UDFA

Put up huge numbers once he moved down in competition.

22.Vinny Anthony Wisc 6-0 190 47 UDFA

23.Keelan Marion Mia(F) 6-0 195 46 UDFA

24.Kendrick Law Ky 5-11 209 44 UDFA

25.Lincoln Pare TxSt 5-8 200 43 UDFA

College RB with potential here.

26.Noah Short Army 6-0 195 42 UDFA

27.Chris Hilton LSU 6-0 190 42 UDFA

Former elite recruit.

28.Lewis Bond BColl 5-10 199 41 UDFA

29.Devin Voisin SAla 5-10 182 39 UDFA

30.Ryan Davis Utah 5-10 180 38 UDFA

31.Max Tomczak YngSt 6-0 195 37 UDFA

NUMERICAL RATINGS/DRAFT VALUE EXPLANATION TIGHT ENDS

EXPLANATION OF OTHER TERMS

CHARACTER ALERT!!! This designation is reserved for players who have had multiple issues concerning their character. This can be legal issues, multiple transfers, poor practice habits, friction with teammates and/or Coaches, Academic issues and or any other infraction that brings into question the players decision making. Teams must weigh the risk/reward related to these players VERY CAREFULLY!!

TIGHT ENDS

The TE spot in the NFL has and will continue to evolve. Be able to split out to a slot position or even at times out wide. Blocking TE's are more role players these day's so my rankings reflect that. Still the best is those who are a combo of both. TE's that are in reality just big WRs are on every team. On my list you will see players who are not listed by others, give them a couple years and my logic will become clear.

2026 TIGHT END OVERVIEW

With six in the mix for starting or major minuets in their rookie season this TE class is loaded, After that many others with nice long-term upside and potential. A very good draft for this position. My ratings look different from most others. I'm good with that, you will see why and this class matures.

2026 TIGHT END RANKINGS/CLASS GRADE A

RK NAME SCH Ht Wt Rtg RND

1.Kenyon Sadiq Ore 6-3 235 95 Top 10

Elite athlete for the position who was never really used correctly at Oregon. He has the ability to get downfield like few others at the position. Consider him a better blocking and faster David Njoku type. While lacking ideal size he will fit well in today's NFL after some work on his routes, the offense at Oregon was not very complicated for his position.

2.Justin Joly NCSt 6-3 251 90 Late 1st

SLEEPER ALERT!! I'm much higher on him than others. his production was consistent and better than most know due to the fact that I've actually watched him play. Over 160 catches with inconsistent QB play his entire career, soft hands, great after the catch, excellent in contested catches and while not a dominant blocker, effort is there, very willing, not an elite athlete but better than most think. HE WILL NOT GO THIS HIGH, likely late day2 or early day 3 but this is where I see his worth.

3.Max Klare OSU 6-4 240 89 Early 2nd

Not used as much as they should have. Excellent hands, smooth route runner, solid blocker, not a burner but is sneaky fast and can get deep and make the catch.

4.Josh Cuevas Ala 6-3 256 86 Late 2nd

Another I like better than others. Nice hands, great frame, solid blocker, better athlete than you think. Fought lingering injuries last season or others would rate him higher also, Likely will go on Day 3 but his worth is higher.

5.Eli Stowers Vand 6-4 235 85 Late 2nd

Former QB will likely be a one-dimensional player, but he has the ability to be a very good one. Great athlete, excellent hands, still learning how to be a TE. upside in unlimited, If his blocking can improve to tolerable, he will be a star.

6.Will Kacmarek OSU 6-6 258 83 Mid 3rd

UNDERRATED ALERT!! Best blocker in the class, an extra OL, GREAT frame, surprising hands, runs decent routes, will fight for the ball and make surprising plays if asked to, will do dirty work when asked. Likely will be a mid-Day 3 STEAL!!!

7.Tanner Koziol Hou 6-6 237 71 Late 4th

Long and lean, will be a solid receiver with average at best blocking. He needs to add some weight and strength but with over 230 catches and over 2200 yards he knows how to get open.

8.Eli Rairdon NDame 6-7 252 70 Late 4th

Great frame, better athlete than most think, solid blocker

9.Dallen Bentley Utah 6-4 259 69 Early 5th

Well coached. Great size, solid athlete, hard worker, could have used another year in college.

10.Joe Royer Cin 6-4 255 67 Mid 5th

Will need to work HARD on his blocking to be than a role player.

11.Michael Trigg Bay 6-4 246 65 Late 5th

One-dimensional, receiver only, has all the measurables but blocking is very weak and he doesn't put mush effort into it.

12.Jack Endries Tx 6-4 240 64 Early 6th

Another receiver only guy, sneaky quick with excellent hands.

13.Dae'Quaun Wright Miss 6-4 255 60 Late 6th

Great athlete with serious upside if he will put in the work, he can easily outplay this Rating.

14.Sam Roush Stan 6-5 260 56 Mid 7th

2nd best blocker in the group so he should make team, below average athlete with little upside.

15.RJ Maryland SMU 6-4 243 55 Late 7th

SLEEPER ALERT!! Very athletic, has excellent hands, runs solid routes, victim of poor college choice!

16.Oscar Delp Ga 6-5 245 54 Late 7th

Former elite recruit who just never produced like one.

17.Marlin Klein Mich 6-5 250 53 PFA

Solid blocker.

18.Riley Nowakowski Ind 6-2 249 52 PFA

More of a H-back/FB type but should find a place

19.Jaren Kanak Okl 6-2 233 51 PFA

Former LB still learning position.

20.Max Bredson Mich 6-2 252 50 PFA

Another FB/H-back type.

21.Nate Boerkircher TxA&M 6-4 250 49 UDFA

22.Bauer Sharp LSU 6-5 246 48 UDFA

23.JMicheal Gyllenborg Wyo 6-5 251 47 UDFA

Has some tools. Nice for practice squad.

24.DJ Rogers TCU 6-4 250 46 UDFA

25.Miles Kitselman Tenn 6-5 256 45 UDFA

26.Khalil Dinkins PennSt 6-4 252 45 UDFA

27.Matthew Hibner SMU 6-4 252 44 UDFA

28.Lake McRae USC 6-4 250 43 UDFA

29.Josh Kattus Ky 6-4 247 42 UDFA

30.Seydou Traore MissSt 6-4 235 40 UDFA

31.Dan Villari Syr 6-4 245 39 UDFA

32.Lance Mason Wisc 6-4 250 37 UDFA

33.Chamon Metayer AzSt 6-4 255 36 UDFA

5 STAR College Football

5 STAR College Football

2026 WIDE Receivers/TIGHT ENDS