Even though the Arizona Cardinals already have a dependable group of tight ends, they may still consider adding to the position in the 2026 NFL draft. With Elijah Higgins set to become a free agent after the upcoming season and the ever-present risk of injuries, it makes sense for the team to explore future options.
While tight end may not be a top priority, it’s still worth knowing who the potential prospects are. That topic was the focus of the latest podcast episode hosted by cohost Seth Cox and the author.
As part of their ongoing 2026 NFL draft positional preview series, the episode breaks down tight end prospects into three categories: possible first-round picks, Day 2 targets, and intriguing names to watch on Day 3.
Here’s a quick guide to the episode’s timestamps:
- (1:00) First-round tight ends to keep an eye on
- (14:04) Day 2 tight end prospects
- (25:20) Day 3 tight end prospects worth knowing
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