Rich Hribar· Jul 30, 2026
Hribar ranks the fantasy tight ends for 2026, with Brock Bowers first, followed by Trey McBride, Colston Loveland, Tyler Warren and Tucker Kraft (list cut off by paywall after No. 5).
“1. Brock Bowers : Injuries impacted his top-down production in 2025, but has still opened his career as the TE3 and TE2 in fantasy points per game.”
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- Fantasy RankingsJul 30, 2026
“2026 Fantasy Tight End Rankings: 1. Brock Bowers ... 2. Trey McBride ... 3. Colston Loveland ... 4. Tyler Warren ... 5. Tucker Kraft”
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