Kenyon Sadiq NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report for New York Jets TE

The New York Jets selected Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft.

Kenyon Sadiq is one of the most physical and versatile blockers in the entire class.

Add in his explosive ability down the field and after the catch to maximize any passing attack, and he's the TE1 in this class. Sadiq is a former 4-star recruit, and his athletic ability as a multi-sport standout has transitioned to the football field, showcasing his incredible potential as a pass catcher.

He's been working behind the scenes at Oregon and took over as the No. 1 tight end for the Ducks in 2025, and earned Big Ten Kwalick-Clark Tight End of the Year and All-Big Ten first team honors. He set career marks as a junior with 560 yards on 51 receptions with 8 touchdowns. The production isn't eye-popping, but don't let that take away from Sadiq's upside.

Dan has covered the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL Draft since 2019 while contributing for RGR Football. Most recently, he spent the 2025 draft cycle at The Draft Network and is entering his first season in B/R's Scouting Department.

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Where He Wins

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— Uses superior physicality and multi-functional utility as a blocker to open up the run and screen games.

— Alignment versatility to create mismatches in the passing game.

— His athletic ability creates missed tackles with the ball in his hands.

— He's a speed threat down the seam and after the catch who alters pursuit angles with burst.

— Runs routes with intention and has quick breaks at the top of routes to separate from man coverage.

Areas of Improvement

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— His frame and anchor will be tested at the NFL level against bigger and stronger athletes.

— Growing as a route salesman to win when superior athleticism is matched. Need to see him give consistent effort in routes.

— Showcase the ability to consistently win contested catch situations.

— Football IQ in reading leverage and zone defenses to create throwing lanes for his quarterback.

Grade, Rank and Pro Comparison

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GRADE: 8.0 (Impact Player — 1st Round)

COMPARABLE GRADE: Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah (7.8 in 2023), TE Tyler Warren, Penn State (8.1 in 2025)

OVERALL RANK: 17

POSITION RANK: TE1

PRO COMPARISON: George Kittle

Measurables and Testing Data

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Height: 6'3"

Weight: 241

Hand Size: 10"

Arm Length: 31 ½"

Wingspan: 78 ¼"

40-yard dash: 4.39

10-yard split: 1.54

Vertical: 43.5"

Broad: 11'1"

3 cone: N/A

Shuttle: N/A

Bench: 26

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