TOP 2026 TIGHT END RECRUITS
College Football Now top 2026 tight end recruits features the best rising senior TE recruits in the world of CFB recruiting! (110)
Updated October 28th, 2025 at 8:34 p.m. EST
Updated October 28th, 2025 at 8:34 p.m. EST
2026 TOP TE RECRUITS
College Football Now 2026 top TE recruits are under evaluation year around with links to pertinent scouting data for CFB recruiters and coaches nationally! (110)
2026 NEBRASKA TE COMMIT LUKE SORENSEN
Scouting notes: Luke Sorensen is one of the premier tight end prospects in the 2026 class, possessing an ideal frame at 6’4”, 250 pounds. He has the size, strength, and physicality to dominate as an in-line blocker while also showing the athleticism and coordination to be a high-level receiving threat. His build is already college-ready, and he plays with a rugged, downhill style that fits perfectly in Nebraska’s physical brand of football. Sorensen sets himself apart as a brutalizing blocker in the run game. He fires off the ball with low pad level, plays with excellent leverage, and drives defenders off the line of scrimmage. His hand placement and grip strength allow him to control matchups at the point of attack, sealing edges and opening lanes. He shows a nasty streak, finishing blocks with authority and setting a physical tone. His ability to hold his ground also makes him valuable in pass protection against edge rushers. While his blocking makes him a force, Sorensen is far from a one-dimensional player. He is an excellent, sure-handed pass catcher, showing reliable hands in traffic and a wide catch radius. At 6’4”, he presents a big target for quarterbacks and has the body control to adjust to throws outside his frame. He’s especially dangerous in the red zone, where his size and strong hands make him a matchup nightmare against smaller defensive backs and linebackers.
Sorensen runs crisp routes for his size, particularly on short-to-intermediate concepts like outs, stick routes, and seam patterns. Once he secures the ball, he runs with toughness and balance, consistently fighting for extra yards after contact. Though not a burner, Sorensen moves fluidly for a player his size. He accelerates well out of his breaks and has enough speed to threaten the seam. His combination of blocking dominance and pass-catching ability allows him to line up in multiple roles: traditional in-line tight end, H-back, or flexed out into the slot to create mismatches. Sorensen plays with a high motor and clear understanding of his responsibilities. His discipline in blocking technique reflects strong coaching and attention to detail. He competes with toughness, relishes physical matchups, and carries himself with the mentality of a program cornerstone. His work ethic and willingness to embrace the dirty work set him apart from many skill-position players. Sorensen projects as a high-impact, every-down tight end at the Power Five level. His blocking makes him ready to contribute early in Nebraska’s run-heavy schemes, while his reliable receiving skills will make him a consistent target in the passing game. With continued development, he has the upside to become an All-Big Ten caliber tight end and potential NFL prospect, particularly in systems that value complete tight ends who can both block and catch. Luke Sorensen is a true dual-threat tight end—dominant as a run blocker and dependable as a pass catcher. At 6’4”, 250 pounds, he brings toughness, versatility, and a college-ready frame to Nebraska’s 2026 class. His skill set fits perfectly with the Cornhuskers’ identity, and he has the potential to become a foundational piece of their offense for years to come.
NFL Comparisons for Luke Sorensen
George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers)
Like Kittle, Sorensen has a nasty streak as a run blocker, driving defenders into the dirt and setting a physical tone. Both players thrive in schemes that demand tight ends who can seal edges and punish linebackers. Kittle also developed into an elite pass catcher, and Sorensen’s sure hands give him a similar dual-threat ceiling.
Dallas Goedert (Philadelphia Eagles)
Goedert is one of the most balanced tight ends in the league — reliable in the passing game while being physical enough to block at the point of attack. Sorensen shares that blend of size, strength, and versatility, especially in how he can line up in-line or flexed out in space.
Mark Andrews (Baltimore Ravens)
Andrews isn’t as devastating of a blocker as Kittle, but he’s known for his sure hands, body control, and ability to dominate on seam routes and in the red zone. Sorensen shows that same ability to be a security blanket for quarterbacks while also being a mismatch against linebackers and safeties.
Sorensen runs crisp routes for his size, particularly on short-to-intermediate concepts like outs, stick routes, and seam patterns. Once he secures the ball, he runs with toughness and balance, consistently fighting for extra yards after contact. Though not a burner, Sorensen moves fluidly for a player his size. He accelerates well out of his breaks and has enough speed to threaten the seam. His combination of blocking dominance and pass-catching ability allows him to line up in multiple roles: traditional in-line tight end, H-back, or flexed out into the slot to create mismatches. Sorensen plays with a high motor and clear understanding of his responsibilities. His discipline in blocking technique reflects strong coaching and attention to detail. He competes with toughness, relishes physical matchups, and carries himself with the mentality of a program cornerstone. His work ethic and willingness to embrace the dirty work set him apart from many skill-position players. Sorensen projects as a high-impact, every-down tight end at the Power Five level. His blocking makes him ready to contribute early in Nebraska’s run-heavy schemes, while his reliable receiving skills will make him a consistent target in the passing game. With continued development, he has the upside to become an All-Big Ten caliber tight end and potential NFL prospect, particularly in systems that value complete tight ends who can both block and catch. Luke Sorensen is a true dual-threat tight end—dominant as a run blocker and dependable as a pass catcher. At 6’4”, 250 pounds, he brings toughness, versatility, and a college-ready frame to Nebraska’s 2026 class. His skill set fits perfectly with the Cornhuskers’ identity, and he has the potential to become a foundational piece of their offense for years to come.
NFL Comparisons for Luke Sorensen
George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers)
Like Kittle, Sorensen has a nasty streak as a run blocker, driving defenders into the dirt and setting a physical tone. Both players thrive in schemes that demand tight ends who can seal edges and punish linebackers. Kittle also developed into an elite pass catcher, and Sorensen’s sure hands give him a similar dual-threat ceiling.
Dallas Goedert (Philadelphia Eagles)
Goedert is one of the most balanced tight ends in the league — reliable in the passing game while being physical enough to block at the point of attack. Sorensen shares that blend of size, strength, and versatility, especially in how he can line up in-line or flexed out in space.
Mark Andrews (Baltimore Ravens)
Andrews isn’t as devastating of a blocker as Kittle, but he’s known for his sure hands, body control, and ability to dominate on seam routes and in the red zone. Sorensen shows that same ability to be a security blanket for quarterbacks while also being a mismatch against linebackers and safeties.
TOP 2026 TE RECRUITS
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(RR) + (HP) + (SH) + (SB) + (RB) + (V) + (I) = (TE)
Route Running (RR) - How quickly 2026 top tight end recruit gets off the line of scrimmage and into his route concept, as well his route stem progression.
High Pointing (HP) - 2026 top tight end recruits vertical abilities to catch the football at it's highest point.
Sure Hands (SH) - 2026 top tight end recruits ability to make tough catches in traffic using "soft hands" and be the go to receiver in the red-zone.
Stalk Blocking (SB) - 2026 top tight end recruits ability to block much smaller and quicker defensive backs, utilizing the "stalk blocking" technique.
Run Blocking (RB) - 2026 top tight end recruits ability to drive his opponent off of the line of scrimmage when run blocking. (refer to ETP)
Versatility (V) - Can 2026 top tight end recruit be effective in H-BACK/FB sets and/or as an outside receiver in the world of College Football Today?
Intangibles (I) - Does 2026 top tight end recruit demonstrate a high football IQ in offensive play designs and overall schematics of the offensive game-plan? (example: on a chip & release TE screen, does TE recruit fully sell block before release?)
(RR) + (HP) + (SH) + (SB) + (RB) + (V) + (I) = (TE)
Route Running (RR) - How quickly 2026 top tight end recruit gets off the line of scrimmage and into his route concept, as well his route stem progression.
High Pointing (HP) - 2026 top tight end recruits vertical abilities to catch the football at it's highest point.
Sure Hands (SH) - 2026 top tight end recruits ability to make tough catches in traffic using "soft hands" and be the go to receiver in the red-zone.
Stalk Blocking (SB) - 2026 top tight end recruits ability to block much smaller and quicker defensive backs, utilizing the "stalk blocking" technique.
Run Blocking (RB) - 2026 top tight end recruits ability to drive his opponent off of the line of scrimmage when run blocking. (refer to ETP)
Versatility (V) - Can 2026 top tight end recruit be effective in H-BACK/FB sets and/or as an outside receiver in the world of College Football Today?
Intangibles (I) - Does 2026 top tight end recruit demonstrate a high football IQ in offensive play designs and overall schematics of the offensive game-plan? (example: on a chip & release TE screen, does TE recruit fully sell block before release?)
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