#14 OverallTERound 1 Prospect
Colston Loveland
Michigan
Height6'5"
Weight248 lbs
Draft Status2026 Eligible
NFL CompT.J. Hockenson
Scouting Report & Film Evaluation
The modern prototype tight end. Loveland separates like a wide receiver against man coverage, finds soft pockets in zone schemes, and has soft, reliable hands that pluck balls outside his frame.
Key Strengths
- Separation Quickness
- Natural Hands Plucker
- Intermediate Route Mastery
- Matchup Mismatch
Areas for Development
- Inline blocking punch
- Needs additional lower-body strength
Draft Projection & Valuation
Projected RoundRound 1
Draft WindowPick 10-20
Positional ValueTier 2 (High)
NFL Scheme & Roster Fit
Colston Loveland projects as an impactful TE at the NFL level with immediate starter upside. Organizations drafting in the first round that run modern, scheme-versatile setups will covet his combination of film execution and athletic traits.
The pro comparison to T.J. Hockenson underscores his ceiling: high football IQ, reliable technical consistency, and game-changing playmaking when the contest is on the line.
Offensive architects looking for versatile playmakers will scheme creative touches in space and red-zone opportunities.
