Jack Endries

The Player

Endries is a versatile, movement-based tight end whose value lies in his alignment flexibility, reliable hands, and vertical and YAC capability. His early production at Cal indicated that he was a potential breakout player, but a reduced role at Texas capped his statistical ceiling and left some projection questions about usage-dependent impact.

As a receiver, he wins because of his feel, speed, and efficiency rather than his elite separation quickness. Endries shows a strong understanding of spacing and timing, particularly in zone and play-action concepts, where he can sell routes and uncover cleanly. He’s not especially sudden in and out of breaks and lacks the size to consistently overpower defenders, but he compensates with savvy stem work and subtle push-offs to create throwing windows.

With the ball in his hands, he brings a different gear than many tight ends. His game is built on north-south acceleration—he catches and gets vertical quickly, generating chunk plays through burst rather than elusiveness. He’s not overly twitchy or creative in space, but once he builds momentum, he can run through contact and finish runs effectively.

Endries is also a highly dependable pass catcher. He tracks the ball well, adjusts naturally to off-target throws, and shows toughness over the middle. His drop rate is excellent (zero in 2025), and his strong contested-catch rate underscores his reliability in traffic, despite his leaner frame.

As a blocker, he’s improved but remains limited. His effort, experience across alignments, and ability to execute his initial assignments are positives, but his narrow build, inconsistent hand usage, and lack of play strength make it difficult for him to sustain blocks. He projects more as a positional blocker than as a true in-line presence.

The Draft

Endries is one of the top 10 to 12 tight end prospects in a back-loaded but very deep position group this year. He should be an early day three selection.

The Projection

Endries profiles as a TE2 with upside as a moveable piece in a multiple offense. His ability to align anywhere, stretch seams, and produce after the catch makes him a useful weapon, but his ceiling will depend on the role and his fit in a scheme, particularly given his limitations as a traditional in-line blocker. Let’s call him Sam LaPorta lite.