Offseason Report: 2028 Tight Ends Moving Up the Chart

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1592053' first='Brady' last='Hannigan'] | 6'3” 190 | Hinsdale Central</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hannigan is a developmental tight end with room to physically mature. At 6'3”, he already carries solid length and presents a natural catch radius. As his frame fills out, he projects as a move TE who can stress the seam and work the intermediate game. The biggest jump this offseason will come in the weight room. Adding 15–20 pounds while maintaining fluidity would elevate his stock quickly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2078444' first='Anton' last='Henning'] | 6'2” 205 | St. Patrick</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Henning brings a sturdy 205-pound frame into the offseason and flashes the physical profile of a traditional in-line tight end. He plays with enough mass to contribute in the run game now, but continued strength development will determine how high his ceiling climbs. If he sharpens route detail and improves explosion off the line, he becomes a reliable two-way option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1073820' first='Jackson' last='Hjorth'] | 6'1” 195 | Johnsburg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hjorth is slightly undersized at the position right now but shows versatility traits. His frame suggests he could grow into a hybrid H-back or flex role depending on physical development. The offseason focus should be on adding lean mass and improving first-step quickness. Continued physical growth will dictate whether he stays at TE long-term or shifts to another role.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1337352' first='Gabriel' last='Schauer'] | 6'2” 170 | Riverside Brookfield</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schauer is very much a projection prospect. At 6'2” with a long frame, the upside is clear but adding significant weight will be critical. He currently profiles more as a big slot body. If he can push toward 195–205 pounds over the next year or two while maintaining fluidity, his versatility becomes intriguing. This is a long-term development track.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1687835' first='Will' last='Beeler'] | 6'5” 195 | Sandburg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beeler's 6'5” frame immediately stands out. He's long and athletic with room to carry substantial weight. Right now, he profiles as a flex tight end who can operate detached from the formation. The ceiling here is tied directly to strength gains. With 25–30 pounds added over time, he could turn into a matchup problem given his natural length.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1570799' first='Shea' last='Ruxton'] | 6'1” 180 | Metea Valley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ruxton brings movement skills to the position but will need physical development to stick at tight end long-term. At 180 pounds, the offseason emphasis must be strength and mass. If the frame fills out, he has the athletic tools to function as a move piece in space. The next 12–18 months will be key for defining his positional future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->