​Was the tight end class for the 2026 NFL Draft severely overhyped by the time round one arrived? Possibly. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t value to be found in your fantasy football drafts if you search a bit deeper. We’ve already examined quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers, and now we’re finishing up this rookie class with the tight ends.
So, who should you target in redraft and dynasty leagues? Let’s break it down.
No. 10: Marlin Klein (Texans) — Redraft: avoid / Dynasty: avoid
No. 9: Jack Endries (Bengals) — Redraft: avoid / Dynasty: stash
No. 8: Sam Roush (Bears) — Redraft: avoid / Dynasty: stash
No. 7: Taner Kozoil (Jaguars) — Redraft: avoid / Dynasty: stash
No. 6: Eli Raridon (Patriots) — Redraft: avoid / Dynasty: stash
No. 5: Justin Joly (Broncos) — Redraft: stash / Dynasty: stash
No. 4: Max Klare (Rams) — Redraft: avoid / Dynasty: soft target
No. 3: Oscar Delp (Saints) — Redraft: stash / Dynasty: soft target
No. 2: Eli Stowers (Eagles) — Redraft: stash / Dynasty: soft target
No. 1: Kenyon Sadiq (Jets) — Redraft: soft target / Dynasty: target
Perhaps it’s the landing spots that shape opinions, but this year’s class invites caution. In redraft leagues, there isn’t a single rookie TE worth targetting with confidence, and in dynasty formats, only one name stands out near the top, with Sadiq feeling like a near must-have if he had landed with a more favorable situation than the Jets. For those seeking tight ends specifically, it may be prudent to explore options outside this rookie group.
This analysis originally appeared on Vikings Wire as part of the 2026 fantasy football rookie TE rankings for better SEO.