2026 NFL tight end rankings spotlight Bowers, McBride, Bears units
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
As the preseason begins, the rankings for NFL tight end units reveal a competitive. The Cincinnati Bengals, Carolina Panthers, and Denver Broncos are listed at the bottom of the rankings, struggling with key player performance and depth issues. Noteworthy players include Mike Gesicki and Tommy Tremble, who are expected to anchor their respective teams despite recent challenges. The rankings highlight how unpredictable tight end performance can be, with potential for players to exceed expectations or veterans to decline. The preseason rankings aim to assess tight end units as teams prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Cincinnati Bengals have Mike Gesicki and Drew Sample among their tight ends.
- •Carolina Panthers tight ends struggled with low target share last season.
- •Denver Broncos face uncertainty with aging player Evan Engram.
- •Tight end rankings reflect the unpredictable nature of the position.
- •Preseason assessments will evolve as the season progresses.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NFL tight end ranks: Brock Bowers, Trey McBride or Bears studs on top?
"Which NFL team has the best tight end platoon -- and who has the star power to make up for a lack of depth?
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