Dynasty Rookie Tight Ends Outlook

Rookie tight end is a deeper than expected class this year which includes an elite can’t miss prospect, but what does that mean for dynasty rookie drafts in the Dynasty Football World Championships? Let’s take a deeper dive into the NFL rookie class of 2021 tight ends.

Kyle Pitts – Florida / 6’6″ – 245

Pitts is an athletic freak who is able to work in-line, in the slot, and outside the numbers. He will be a gigantic mismatch in the red zone by using his size and massive catch radius. With excellent body control and ability to adjust to back-shoulder throws, Pitts will be impossible to cover man-to-man. He holds his own as a blocker and does surprisingly well creating lanes in the run game. Though he shows the potential to be a high-end weapon, Pitts is not a can’t-miss prospect. He struggles to separate against man coverage and isn’t a fluid athlete, albeit difficult to fully coordinate a 6’6″ frame. He often double-clutches the ball, which will allow defenders an extra chance to break up the play.

Pat Freiermuth – Penn State / 6’5″ – 245

Freiermuth is an all-around player who will excel as a blocker just as much as a receiver. He has a strong, well-balanced frame to help engage and hold blocks with ease. Freiermuth is comfortable hitting the seam and is tough to bring down with the ball in his hands. He tracks the ball well but needs to come down with a higher percentage of contested catches. His speed is slightly above average, but he wins in all other facets. Knowing when and where to sit down in coverage is a plus and will benefit his NFL quarterback almost immediately. Once he refines his route running and boosts his confidence in his hands, watch out for the Freiermuth explosion.

Brevin Jordan – Miami / 6’2″ – 247

Jordan is an athletic move tight end who, in addition, flashes as a run blocker more often than not. He is a fluid mover and glides down the field with the ball in his hands. He can make defenders miss, which will allow him to be used in the flats as well as the seam. Jordan shows the ability to run good routes and create separation against athletic linebackers. He flashes solid strength as a run blocker and consistency in his sets. Jordan can both in-line and in the slot, so expect his usage to continually rise throughout his first two seasons in the NFL.

Tommy Tremble – Notre Dame / 6’3″ – 241

Tremble is the newest product of the Notre Dame tight end factory, though he may be the quietest producer in recent memory. He is the best blocker of the 2021 tight end group and flashes his underrated athleticism from time to time as well. Tremble shows excellent recognition and ability to pick up defenders with ease. He has a strong and consistent set with powerful hands. The raw athleticism and speed is present, but he needs time to work on his hands and route running before contributing in a major way in an NFL offense.

Hunter Long – Boston College / 6’5″ – 254

Long is a big-framed player who is hard to miss as he moves across the field. He wins in the flats and short areas of the field, proving to be a safe checkdown option for his quarterback. Long is a stiff athlete who will struggle to create separation via route running. Man coverage will shut him down most of the time, so do not expect many vertical victories. He is a strong run blocker and will create running lanes with ease. Having Long on the end of the line will be as beneficial as having another lineman in the formation.

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