Dynasty Report: An Early Look At The 2027 TE Class (Fantasy Football)
Following our analysis of the potential 2027 RB and WR classes, this final installment focuses on the TE position. When evaluating TE prospects for dynasty football, there are a couple of nuances to keep in mind:
- Athleticism and Combine Metrics: Unlike at RB or WR, athletic testing strongly correlates with fantasy scoring at the NFL level. Naturally, highly athletic TEs are deployed more often in the passing game to exploit mismatches against defensive backs and linebackers.
- Peak Production: While early breakouts remain important, the primary indicator for TEs is achieving at least one dominant collegiate season, even if it occurs later in their college career.
- Draft Capital Impact: To no surprise, draft investment remains one of the most crucial metrics. First-round TEs post a TE1 season at a 90% rate. That hit rate plummets to 28% for day-two picks—even with Travis Kelce and Mark Andrews factored in—and drops to a meager 5% for day-three selections.
In short, we are looking for TE prospects who are highly athletic, have demonstrated TE1 receiving potential, and possess the upside to be selected within day one or two of the NFL Draft. Keeping these factors in mind, this article highlights six TE prospects who could emerge for dynasty football starting next season.
What if I told you there was another Oregon TE who was equally impactful as Kenyon Sadiq last season? At 6’5” and 257 pounds, Jamari Johnson was one of the most dynamic TEs in all of college football. While he only finished with 1.24 Receiving Yards per Team Pass Attempt (68th percentile) as a redshirt Sophomore, his efficiency metrics are what set him apart. Playing alongside Sadiq, Johnson finished with a comparable 122.9 QB Rating when targeted, while outranking him in both Yards after the Catch per Reception (9.1) and Yards per Route Run (2.45). He also commanded a target on 19% of his routes, which was nearly identical to Sadiq last season. And considering where his teammate was selected in this year’s draft, Johnson is arguably a better prospect who should be in consideration in the first round of the 2027 draft. Especially if he dominates in his final year at Oregon, Johnson has the upside to be the TE1 of the 2027 class, projecting as a +90th percentile prospect in my rookie model.
If you are looking for a TE with a unique blend of athleticism and receiving versatility, Trey’Dez Green out of LSU certainly fits that mold. At 6’7” and 237 pounds, Green can line up all over the formation, presenting a mismatch against most opposing DBs with his length, size, and contested catch ability. That was especially prominent in the red zone, as Green averaged an absurd 54% Receiving TD Market Share last season. Even in his true freshman campaign, he accounted for over 20% of LSU’s receiving TDs on very limited opportunities. From a production standpoint, his 1.63 Receiving Yards per Team Pass Attempt ranks in the 94th percentile, which marks one of the most productive Sophomore seasons in the 2027 class. And assuming his role continues to expand in his third campaign, I expect dominant numbers from Green this season, which places him right next to Johnson as one of the top TE prospects in next year’s class. In fact, they are currently the only two players who project in the +90th percentile in my rookie model, which has historically yielded a 93% TE1 hit rate for fantasy football.
Could Iowa produce another TE1 for fantasy football? Based on what we saw last season, DJ Vonnahme could be the next Hawkeye selected with premium draft capital in the 2027 NFL Draft. After a quiet true freshman season in 2024, Vonnahme had a massive breakout campaign in 2025. While his 29 receptions and 434 receiving yards may seem underwhelming, his production looks a lot more impressive within the context of the Iowa offense. For starters, his 1.85 Receiving Yards per Team Pass Attempt ranks in the 95th percentile since 2013, accounting for over 25% of the Hawkeyes’ receiving offense. On top of that, he was highly efficient in limited opportunities, producing a +90th percentile campaign in metrics such as QB rating when targeted (139.6) and Yards per Route Run (3.1). While his blocking leaves room for improvement, his receiving ability is what makes him highly intriguing as a potential fantasy TE. With all signs pointing to another productive year at Iowa, I would not be shocked if his draft stock continues to improve heading into the 2027 NFL Draft.
Terrance Carter Jr., out of Louisiana and Texas Tech, has been one of the most productive college football TEs over the last two years. Going back to his 2024 campaign, Carter produced one of the most productive seasons in the 2027 class with an impressive 20.9% weighted dominator rating and 1.95 Receiving Yards per Team Pass Attempt (92nd percentile). And while his production tapered slightly after transferring to Texas Tech, he remained highly efficient in 2025, averaging over 2.0 Yards per Route Run for the third consecutive season. He also led all TEs in the nation with 23 missed tackles forced, highlighting his dynamic playmaking ability with the ball in his hands. Keep in mind that Carter is one of the older TEs in the 2027 class, now entering his fifth collegiate season. However, we have seen plenty of older TE prospects produce at the next level, such as Travis Kelce, Dallas Goedert, and Tyler Warren, who all flashed receiving upside at the collegiate level. Assuming Carter Jr. continues to produce at a high level in 2026, he should be locked in as a day-two pick and potential +80th percentile prospect in the 2027 Draft.
Benjamin Brahmer recently transferred to Penn State, following his coach, Matt Campbell, this off-season. That should not come as a surprise, as Brahmer’s role under Campbell and his coaching staff has steadily expanded over the last three years at Iowa State. In 12 games this past season, he accounted for over 20% of the Cyclones’ offense and averaged 1.29 Receiving Yards per Team Pass Attempt (71st percentile). From an efficiency perspective, Brahmer still has room to improve, as he currently ranks near the bottom in both QB rating when targeted (90.6) and Yards per Route Run (1.49) among the 2027 class. On a positive note, Brahmer should have every opportunity to exceed those numbers as the lead TE for the Nittany Lions. Assuming he does set career-highs this upcoming season, Brahmer could find himself as a borderline day-two pick in what is shaping up to be a talented TE class.
After starting his career at the NFL Academy in England, Peter Clarke has emerged as one of the most productive and efficient TEs in the country. Following limited opportunities in his first two seasons at Temple, Clarke had a breakout performance in 2025, setting career highs across several metrics. In 11 games, he averaged an impressive 1.50 receiving yards per team pass attempt, ranking in the 81st percentile for recent seasons. Moreover, he achieved a 95th-percentile QB rating when targeted (139.2), an 87th-percentile yards per route run (2.3), and an 85th-percentile yards per reception (16.1). Notably, he was the only TE to finish in the top 10 for both PFF’s receiving and blocking grades last season. While his breakout was certainly impressive, it is important to note that Clarke faced an easier strength of schedule at Temple, which slightly diminishes his production in my rookie model. However, assuming he can elevate his game even further, Clarke projects to be a mid-70th percentile prospect and a potential day-two pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.