Jaguars draft pick profiles: Everything to know about TE Nate Boerkircher
The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Texas A&M tight end Nate Boerkircher with the 56th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Boerkircher is seen as a potential TE2 with blocking skills and the ability to impact the passing game.
The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Nate Boerkircher, a tight end from Texas A&M, with the 56th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Boerkircher is 24 years old, 6-055 in height, and weighs 245 pounds. Throughout his college career, he had 38 receptions, with 19 coming in the 2025 season, averaging 10.4 yards per catch. Boerkircher's role in the passing game was limited, but he showcased reliability as a pass-catcher, hauling in nearly 80% of his career targets. The Jaguars believe Boerkircher can compete with Quintin Morris for the TE2 role and provide flexibility to utilize more three-tight-end sets. Boerkircher's skills as a blocker and pass-catcher are seen as assets for the Jaguars.
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