Jack Endries NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report for Cincinnati Bengals TE

The Cincinnati Bengals selected Texas TE Jack Endries with the No. 221 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft.

Jack Endries has hands as sure as they come from the tight end position.

His role in Texas's offense prepared him for whatever is asked of him at the next level. Arch Manning's safety net is always looking for different ways to help his team win, and he displays a great work ethic.

He was a former 3-star recruit before committing to play for the California Bears. After two seasons, he entered the transfer portal as a 4-star and committed to Texas for his junior season. Steve Sarkisian-led programs have produced a ton of NFL prospects, and Endries is next in line. He projects as a move tight end with great hands and seam-busting potential.

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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— Multiple alignment skill set. He's at his best as a detached tight end with free releases.

— Does his best work in the run game as a motion blocker and puller to create better angles.

— Endries is a vertical route salesman, who stresses defenses down the seam.

— Has a great catch to attack mentality to get upfield quickly.

— Showcases top end ball skills and hands to make plays at all levels of the field.

Areas of Improvement

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— In-line blocking capabilities with functional strength and anchor to give the block and play it's best chance. Straining blocks are important for run game success.

— Route stem manipulation against man coverage to create space. Finds it tough to shake physical defenders.

— Endries struggles to make defenders miss post-catch, and his athleticism is lacking.

Grade, Rank and Pro Comparison

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GRADE: 7.0 (High-Level Backup/Starter Upside - 3rd Round)

COMPARABLE GRADE: TE Jake Briningstool, Clemson (7.0 in 2025), TE Ja'Tavion Sanders, Texas (7.1 in 2024), TE Luke Schoonmaker, Michigan (6.9)

OVERALL RANK: 115

POSITION RANK: TE9

PRO COMPARISON: Souped-up Dalton Schultz

Measurables and Testing Data

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Height: 6'4 ⅝"
Weight: 245
Hand Size: 9 ⅝"
Arm Length: 31 ⅛"
Wingspan: N/A

40-yard dash: 4.62
10-yard split: 1.59
Vertical: 36"
Broad: 9'11"
3 cone: N/A
Shuttle: N/A
Bench: N/A