2027 NFL Draft Preseason Rankings - TEs

Although the prospective 2027 TEs do not appear to be an elite class, the top two prospects - Trey'Dez Green and Jamari Johnson - both look like top 50 prospects for next spring's draft. Overall, there are just a few potential starters in this class but quite a few prospects who should compete for jobs in the NFL.

1. Trey'Dez Green / LSU

2025 Statistics

33 rec / 433 yds / 13.1 avg / 7 TD / 1 Drop

Green is the only TE entering the 2027 NFL Draft cycle with a first-round grade due to his size (6'7" / 237 lbs), reach, and freakish athletic skill that allows him to be projected as an All-Pro by many draft analysts. Green gives Sam Leavitt a dynamic weapon over the middle of the field that coach Lane Kiffin will certainly try to exploit this fall.

Area for Improvement - Although Green only dropped one pass last season, he needs to look the ball in more consistently and secure the ball more cleanly and cut back on double-catching the ball, especially in traffic.

2. Jamari Johnson / Oregon

2025 Statistics

32 rec / 519 yds / 15.9 avg / 3 TD / 2 Drops

Johnson was TE2 last season in Eugene behind first-round draft pick Kenyon Sadiq (Jets) and his game is similar to his predecessor's but actually possesses better size (6'5" / 257 lbs) and fits the NFL prototype. Johson's combination of size, length, and explosiveness makes him a potential instant impact starter at the next level.

Area for Improvement - Johnson was seldom asked to block or perform traditional Y-TE duties and he needs to improve his strength to become more effective in the run game.

3. Benjamin Brahmer / Penn State

2025 Statistics

37 rec / 446 yds / 12.1 avg / 6 TD / 1 Drop

Brahmer followed his coach Matt Campbell from Iowa State to State College and immediately becomes one of the best draft-eligible TEs in the Big Ten. Brahmer possesses desired size (6'7" / 250 lbs) and has experience both as an in-line, Y-TE and as an H-back while playing in Ames. Brahmer is highly experienced, durable, and is more than a competent blocker who looks like a long-term NFL starter.

Area for Improvement - Brahmer is steady and reliable but not overly athletic or quick and will not create mismatches in space as a receiver. Brahmer relies on power to gain YAC but lacks great speed or burst.

4. Brett Norfleet / Missouri

2025 Statistics

31 rec / 254 yds / 8.2 avg / 5 TD / 4 Drops

Norfleet certainly looks the part of the modern-era TE with the size (6'6" / 260 lbs), wingspan, agility, and hands to be a long-term NFL contributor. Norfleet was used mostly as an outlet receiver in Mizzou's run-first approach and needs development as a route runner but he is reliable, durable, and highly competitive.

Area for Improvement - Norfleet is somewhat high cut, has trouble keeping his pads low, and can get washed out of the play by a strong and physical EDGE. Norfleet needs to improve his core strength to improve as an in-line blocker.

5. Lawson Luckie / Georgia

2025 Statistics

15 rec / 158 yds / 10.5 avg / 4 TD

Luckie split time with Oscar Delp (Saints) the last two seasons in Athens and is set to take over as the lead TE this season. Luckie was used more as a receiving option on the Bulldogs while Delp was used more as an in-line blocker. Luckie is smart, instinctive, fundamentally solid, and possesses reliable hands.

Areas for Improvement - Luckie lacks great size (6'4" / 240 lbs) and has not been asked to provide much in-line blocking. Luckie needs to show the speed and play making ability to earn a mid-round selection next spring.

6. Michael Masunas / Texas

2025 Statistics

19 rec / 232 yds / 12.2 avg / 3 TD / 1 Drop

Masunas transferred to Austin after spending the last two seasons at Michigan State playing primarily as an in-line, blocking TE for the Spartans. Masunas replaces Jack Endries (Bengals) as the top TE for the Longhorns in 2026. Masunas is a strong blocker with excellent hands and limited YAC ability after the catch.

Areas for Improvement - Masunas is not the athlete that Endries was last season, although he is far superior as a blocker. Masunas will be relied on more in protection than as a receiver although he is a proven red zone target with three of his 19 catches last season being for TDs.

7. Jaden Platt / Arkansas

2025 Statistics

21 rec / 296 yds / 14.1 avg / 2 TD / 1 Drop

Platt teased his potential last season and gets the opportunity to be the full-fledged number one TE in Fayetteville this year. Platt possesses ideal size for an in-line, Y-TE (6'5" / 255 lbs) with the athletic profile to create mismatches in space against safeties and LBs.

Area for Improvement - The Razorbacks are not only in welcoming in a new coaching staff, led by Ryan Silverfield, but are also being led by a first-year starter at QB in KJ Jackson as the Razorbacks face one of the nation's toughest schedules. Platt should be a top receiving option on a bad team and will face a lot of double coverage this fall.

8. Terrance Carter / Texas Tech

2025 Statistics

55 rec / 624 yds / 11.3 avg / 5 TD / 4 Drops

Carter does not offer the size, length, or wingspan that the majority of potential top TE prospects for next spring's draft offer (6'2" / 245 lbs) but he is the most productive and proven down field threat in the nation. Carter is a quality route runner, possesses reliable hands, and is quick and athletic in space.

Area for Improvement - Carter lines up in the slot or as an H-back and is rarely tasked with man blocking assignments. Carter lacks desired size and power and is never likely to earn his living as an in-line blocker.

9. Peter Clarke / Temple

2025 Statistics

30 rec / 483 yds / 16.1 avg / 6 TD / 1 Drop

Clarke, a huge TE from England (6'6" / 265 lbs), is a load to try to tackle in the open field and he knows how to use his body to block out defenders in the end zone. Clarke has big, soft hands and is a reliable and sturdy target over the middle of the field.

Areas for Improvement - Clarke is still raw and developing as a football player. Clarke needs to refine his blocking technique and route running skills over the course of this coming season.

10. Dorian Thomas / California

2025 Statistics

56 rec / 560 yds / 10.0 avg / 4 TD / 0 Drops

Thomas, a transfer from New Mexico, has a similar game to Eli Stowers (Eagles) as a mismatch piece in space that is too big for safeties and too quick and athletic for LBs to cover in space. Thomas is not only quick but has very good hands and concentration.

Areas for Improvement - Thomas is seldom used as an in-line Y-TE, typically lining up as an H-back or in the slot. Moreover, Thomas seems to have little interest in blocking. Thomas may not fit every offensive coordinator's idea of what they want out of their TEs.

Watch List - Garrett Oakley / Kansas State, Elija Lofton / Miami, Fl, Hayden Hansen / Oklahoma, Gabe Burkle / Penn State, Mason Mini / California, Olsen Patt-Henry / Clemson, Luke Hasz / Ole Miss, Bennett Christian / Ohio State, Addison Ostrenga / Iowa, and Zach Ortwerth / Iowa.