#TN2024 Outstanding Tight Ends to Watch

Following an exciting season of high school football action in the Volunteer State last year, it's time to revisit the 2022 campaign as we take a look at some of the most impressive talents from all across the state that are preparing to lock in on the field next fall. After taking a look at some intriguing quarterback, wide receiver and running back prospects, it's time to continue our breakdown of the offensive side of the ball. Here's my list of some outstanding tight ends in Tennessee to watch out for this upcoming season.    At the top of my list of standouts is [player_tooltip player_id='305883' first='Max' last='LeBlanc'], a 6-foot-5 tight end at Baylor High School. LeBlanc was one of the most explosive offensive weapons on the Red Raiders' roster during his junior stint of high school football last year. In addition to excellent size, speed and versatility down the stretch, LeBlanc impresses with his footwork and strong overall movement, using bursts of speed to muscle his way into the backfield and escape defensive coverage. The rising senior out of Chattanooga, TN. also caught my attention with the way he maneuvered the field and avoided contact from the defense. With a commanding performance last year, LeBlanc is definitely an intriguing tight end prospect in the Volunteer State to watch out for next season. LeBlanc is committed to Ohio State University.     <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14807583/6361639f96765006942fc228">Tape:</a>    Finishing in the number two spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='222285' first='Eli' last='Sisson'], a 6-foot-4, 220-pound tight end at Collierville High School. Sisson made a significant offensive impact for the Dragons during his junior season of high school football last year. What stands out most about Sisson is his explosive speed and his ability to quickly execute off the snap as he caught the defense off guard at several points last year and made them pay for it. In addition to excellent size and physicality, Sisson is nearly unstoppable down the stretch and in the redzone, proving his ability to stay composed under heavy pressure, break tackles and overwhelm the defensive backs in the endzone. The rising senior out of Collierville, TN. was an offensive gamechanger last season and should be worth keeping an eye on this upcoming fall. Sisson is committed to Liberty University.     <a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/14874176/630e1462688e76051c6161d9">Tape:</a>    In the third place spot on my list of standouts is [player_tooltip player_id='258675' first='Blake' last='Ragsdale'], a 6-foot-4, 225-pound tight end at Montgomery Bell Academy. Ragsdale proved himself to be one of the most efficient offensive talents on the roster for the Big Red during his junior stint of high school football last year. In addition to impressive size, speed and durability, Ragsdale plays quick off the snap, consistently hauls in passes and is nearly unstoppable when he picks up speed on the ground. Ragsdale uses solid footwork and athleticism to both break tackles and maneuver the backfield. The rising senior out of Nashville, TN. additionally impressed me with his consistent movement and ability to run circles around the defense in the endzone. Ragsdale was without question one of the best tight end prospects in the state last year and is worth keeping an eye on next season.     <a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/11595113/6351aa86ff0c400b581cee15">Tape:</a>    Finishing in the number four spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='316775' first='Chad' last='Barham'], a 6-foot-4, 210-pound tight end at Chester County High School. Barham contributed major offensive production on the field for the Eagles during his junior stint of high school football last year. With solid size, speed and explosive movement, Barham consistently overwhelmed defensive backs in coverage and showcased excellent game knowledge as well as the ability to pick up speed at just the right time, pushing himself ahead of defenders off the snap and in the backfield to be a quick and easy passing target for his quarterback. The rising senior out of Henderson, TN. also impressed me with his footwork, ability to juke out and shake tackles and his playmaking ability in the redzone. Barham was a huge gamechanger on the offensive end last season and should be worth watching this upcoming fall.     <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11371335/636ad12119a53f0f947f1cb8">Tape:</a>    Coming in at number five on my list of standouts is [player_tooltip player_id='285359' first='Daniel' last='Green'], a 6-foot-6, 235-pound tight end at Jackson Christian High School. Green was one of the more explosive offensive machines on the Eagles' roster during his junior stint of high school football last year. In addition to outstanding size and speed, Green has excellent height and a solid wing span, making him a highly versatile and explosive weapon down the stretch. The rising senior out of Jackson, TN. also impressed with his physicality and strength, muscling and pushing off defenders to get open for clean passes. With the ball in his hands, Green proved he can stay on his feet despite heavy defensive pressure, challenging the other side with his quickness. Green made a huge impact last year and shouldn't be underestimated on the field this upcoming season.     <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11462145/633485ea5b3e310300471e61">Tape:</a>

Following an exciting season of high school football action in the Volunteer State last year, it's time to revisit the 2022 campaign as we take a look at some of the most impressive talents from all across the state that are preparing to lock in on the field next fall. After taking a look at some intriguing quarterback, wide receiver and running back prospects, it's time to continue our breakdown of the offensive side of the ball. Here's my list of some outstanding tight ends in Tennessee to watch out for this upcoming season.