Execs, coaches, scouts rank top NFL tight ends for 2026

ESPN polled NFL executives, coaches, and scouts to rank the top 10 tight ends heading into the 2026 season. The key debate centers on who deserves the No. 1 spot among Brock Bowers of the Las Vegas Raiders, George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers, and Trey McBride. The rankings were compiled by reporter Jeremy Fowler using evaluations from personnel around the league.