Jan. 2, 2026, 5:45 p.m. CT
Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries has decided to enter the 2026 NFL draft. The former Cal transfer will be one of the most sought after in the country at the TE position. ESPN’s Mel Kiper ranks Endries as the No. 3 TE in the draft.
Endries finishes his career with 124 catches, 1,376 yards and 7 touchdown. At UT, he had 33 receptions for 346 yards and 3 touchdowns.
“I think I’m ready to go to the next step here,” Endries told ESPN on Friday. “I’ve really enjoyed my four years of college, but I think it’s time to move on and chase my dream of making to the NFL.”
Endries started all 39 games over the past three seasons, proving durability and dependability to potential NFL teams. The California native said he was thankful to the Texas coaching staff.
“Just the coaching is at the highest-tier possible,” Endries said to ESPN. “We’re a relentless team. The training and coaching is what sets us apart. I thought I became a lot better at blocking and a much better receiver. When you come here, you come here to improve. And that’s what happened.
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