TE revolution has arrived in college football: Trends, NFL Draft show rising production in FBS offenses
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- NFL draft selected 22 tight ends, the most since 2002, with nine taken in the first three rounds, as college teams raised 12‑personnel usage to 23% in 2025.
- Los Angeles Rams under Sean McVay have loaded up on tight ends, employing 12‑ and 13‑personnel formations heavily.
- Chicago Bears led by Ben Johnson similarly rely on two‑ and three‑tight‑end sets, reflecting the league‑wide shift.
Why it matters: College football programs gain a recruiting edge as 23% of plays now feature 12‑personnel, boosting tight end stats and driving a 22‑player TE draft class, which raises player salaries and forces defenses to restructure.
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