2026 Rankings: Top Tight Ends

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone has released the latest edition of the 2026 Rankings!&nbsp; After breaking down tape for months we have unveiled the new Class of 2026 Top 175!&nbsp; Here are the <strong>Top Tight Ends</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='212319' first='JC' last='Anderson'] (Mt. Zion)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Current Ranking: #4</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Anderson is a dual sport athlete that if he wanted to play hoops would be a legit mid-major post after leading his team to the state final four.&nbsp; His future is on the gridiron, and he is a superstar there!&nbsp; Massive frame at 6'7" 230 pounds and is almost Gronk like in certain respects.&nbsp; Such soft hands as a natural pass catcher.&nbsp; Excellent on routes to the edge getting leverage on defenders and tight roping the sideline staying in bounds.&nbsp; Smooth route runner that snatches the ball out of the air.&nbsp; Super long arms allows him to have a big catch radius especially over the middle and in the end zone. Also uses those long levers in the blocking game where he can drive defenders with his frame and physicality.&nbsp; Likes to block!&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='801700' first='Mack' last='Sutter'] (Dunlap)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Current Ranking: #6</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sutter is the ultimate jack of all trades in this class.&nbsp; At 6'5" 215 pounds he could easily play numerous positions at the next level.&nbsp; On his tape you see him as WR, TE, QB, and OLB.&nbsp; At the next level he will probably project best as a tight end.&nbsp; Runs with fluidity like a wide out with tight end size.&nbsp; He has excellent hands over the middle and is crisp getting in and out of cuts.&nbsp; Glides past defensive backs and was particularly effective on mid-range in breaking routes.&nbsp; Keeps his feet in bounds tight roping on the sideline.&nbsp; Willing blocker as well.&nbsp; As a quarter back he brings good arm strength, smooth motion, and solid accuracy to the table.&nbsp; Creativity in and out of the pocket.&nbsp; Runs well when the play breaks down showing off his speed and athleticism.&nbsp; Also is a solid outside linebacker getting up field after the QB or coming down with sound form tackling in run support.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1399937' first='Gavin' last='Mueller'] (Wheaton St. Francis)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Current Ranking: #10</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mueller is an interesting story as he hasn't played a down of high school football yet, but already has P4 offers.&nbsp; We have seen the St. Francis product on the hardwood and always thought he projected best as a football player.&nbsp; He will now play this season.&nbsp; We broke down his tape from Notre Dame, Northwestern, and Wisconsin camps.&nbsp; Strong body with a great frame at 6'6" 240 pounds.&nbsp; Natural pass catcher with his hands.&nbsp; Smooth route runner that gets separation from the safety or linebacker in coverage.&nbsp; Adjusts well to the deep ball in the air.&nbsp; Can box out on shorter routes and does a nice job of getting leverage on his defender.&nbsp; Crisp in and out of routes especially for someone new to the game.&nbsp; Smooth route runner that is just scratching the surface!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1399999' first='Tyler' last='Minda'] (Minooka)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Current Ranking: #90</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The value with Minda comes in his versatility as a H-Back/TE type.&nbsp; Can line up as an in line blocker and be physical at the point of attack.&nbsp; Runs with the ball some showing toughness in between the tackles.&nbsp; Solid hands and good release making short catches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->