Published Sep 9, 2021
NFL Draft: Top 10 TE prospects as the 2021 season begins
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Mike Farrell  •  Rivals.com
Rivals National Columnist

With the college football season underway let’s take a look at the top prospects for the NFL Draft in 2022 and continue with the tight ends.


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1. Jalen Wydermyer, Texas A&M  

Wydermyer is on top with that size and athletic ability. He could be a stretch player in the NFL.

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2. Greg Dulcich, UCLA   

I love Dulcich's hands and ability to make people miss.

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3. Isaiah Likely, Coastal Carolina   

The level of competition that Likely faces at Coastal Carolina is a question mark but little else.

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4. Jake Ferguson, Wisconsin   

Ferguson is an excellent blocker to go along with his move-the-chains reliability.

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5. Charlie Kolar, Iowa State   

Kolar blocks well and is reliable across the middle.

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6. Cade Otton, Washington   

Otton has excellent athleticism and is a great route runner for a tight end.

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7. Jeremy Ruckert, Ohio State  

He can be electric at times but can disappear as well. He can stretch the field.

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8. Trae Barry, Boston College  

After his showing at Jacksonville State, he will rise as he impacts the Eagles' offense.

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9. Josh Whyle, Cincinnatti   

A tall and slender target, Whyle has room to fill out and the angular build of many current NFL tight ends.

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10. Will Mallory, Miami  

Another very solid tight end for the ‘Canes, Mallory just needs to get more looks.