The official workout and measurements at the NFL Combine for the incoming class of tight ends are set to start today from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (PT). Multiple guys have much to prove to boost their stock and impress teams in Indianapolis. Here are five tight ends to keep your eye on as they look to make the most of their time at the NFL Combine.
Jalin Conyers, Texas Tech
Jalin Conyers is a supremely underrated talent who could change the dynamic of an NFL offense. The 6’4”, 265-pound prospect is the 14th ranked tight end and 185th overall prospect.
Conyers spent three years with Arizona State and one with Texas Tech. The Gruver, Texas native finished his college career with 104 receptions, 1166 receiving yards, and 15 touchdowns. Conyers needs to have a big day at the combine to boost his draft stock even further.
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Mason Taylor, LSU
Mason Taylor is a player who could be a tremendous player in this league. The 6’5”, 255-pound prospect is the 5th-ranked tight end and the 87th overall prospect, according to PFF.
The former LSU Tiger ended his college year with 129 receptions, 1308 receiving yards, and 6 touchdowns. Taylor is currently expected to be drafted in the late second to early third round.
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Harold Fannin Jr., Bowling Green
Harold Fannin Jr. is a player that I have talked a ton about here at LAFB. The 6’4”, 230-pound prospect from Bowling Green is currently the 6th-ranked tight end and 91st overall prospect.
Fannin spent all three years of college with Bowling Green, where he finished his career with 180 receptions, 2396 receiving yards, and 22 touchdowns as an Eagle. Fannin arguably had the best college career of any tight end entering the combine this week.
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Elijah Arroyo, Miami
Elijah Arroyo is a guy who has the potential to be one of the best tight ends in the draft when all is said and done. The 6’4”, 245 245-pound prospect is currently the 4th-ranked tight end and 80th overall prospect, according to PFF.
Arroyo spent four seasons with Miami and ended with 46 receptions, 753 yards, and 8 touchdowns during his time as a Hurricane. The sample size is relatively small for Arroyo, but his talent and potential could lead to a ton of success in the NFL.
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Gunnar Helm, Texas
Gunnar Helm is a high potential talent that could be available on day two of the draft. The 6’5”, 250-pound prospect is currently the number three tight on the board and the 75th overall prospect, according to PFF.
Helm played three years with Texas, where he had 79 catches, 1022 receiving yards, and 9 touchdowns as a Longhorn. Helm’s biggest strength is his ability to block while having the ability to make explosive plays.
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