Executives rank NFL's top tight ends, Bowers, Kittle, McBride in discussion
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 11:25 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Evaluators from around the NFL have ranked the top tight ends as of July 10, 2026. Prominent names in the discussion include Brock Bowers, George Kittle, and Trey McBride, reflecting a trend toward younger talent at the position. The rankings come amid ongoing evaluations of player performance and potential impacts on team strategies. Further insights on these rankings are expected as more evaluators provide input throughout the summer.
- •Brock Bowers, George Kittle, Trey McBride are leading candidates for top tight end.
- •NFL evaluators provide input on tight end rankings this summer.
- •Position is trending towards younger players as key contributors.
- 12:15 PMESPN — Who are the NFL's best tight ends? Execs, coaches ...
"Brock Bowers vs. George Kittle vs. Trey McBride at No. 1? We tasked evaluators around the NFL to help rank the top 10 tight ends -- a position that's trending younger.
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