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Hunter Henry Looking More Like a Matchup Play in 2026
Hunter Henry's role is safe, but the Patriots' additions outside make it harder to bank on a high target share
Eli Raridon
TE · NE · 22 yrs · exp 0 · Notre Dame
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- Game status
- Active
Keep Trade Cut (SF TEP)
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Value
2,762
Rank
#167
Pos rank
#27
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Latest: Sep 7, 2026 · 2,762
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Waiver: Eli Raridon added, Jalen Tolbert dropped
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Waiver: Eli Raridon added, Keon Coleman dropped
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FA: Eli Raridon dropped
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analyst
Eli Raridon Continues to Take More Snaps with First-Team
New England Patriots tight end Eli Raridon continues to see action with the first team offense. The Pats are having joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts, and Raridon is still playing with the first team, according to the Boston Herald. The 22-year-old was a third-round pick of the Pats this year out of Notre Dame. He's going to remain behind Hunter Henry to begin the season, but that isn't going to last forever. Given his success early in camp, Raridon is looking like a solid stash in dynasty and keeper leagues, but is someone who can be ignored in redraft formats with Henry ahead of him right now
TE · NE
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Eli Raridon preseason debut has Patriots fans excited, survey shows
Patriots fans excited to watch this rookie TE
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Hunter Henry agrees to two year extension with Patriots
Hunter Henry has agreed to a two-year contract extension with the New England Patriots, keeping him with the team through the end of the 2028 season. The 31-year-old tight end is considered a key weapon for quarterback Drake Maye
analyst
Hunter Henry Signs Two-Year Extension with Patriots
Veteran tight end Hunter Henry and the New England Patriots have agreed on a two-year extension that will keep him with the team through his age-34 season, according to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport. Henry signed with the Patriots in 2021, and the new deal increases the likelihood that he finishes his career in New England. The 11th-year pro caught 60 passes in 2025 for a career-high 768 yards, and he's become a favorite target for quarterback Drake Maye. While the Patriots spent a Day 2 pick on rookie Eli Raridon, and the addition of A.J. Brown could add touchdown competition in the red zone, those concerns are thoroughly baked into Henry's draft cost, giving him a chance to once more surpass ADP expectations as the 16th tight end off the board after top 12 finishes in each of the past two seasons
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‘New mentality’ is helping Eli Raridon play faster
Rookie Eli Raridon credits Mike Vrabel for his increased comfort and speed within the offense
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Sunday Patriots Notes: Eli Raridon impressing early in training camp
Tight end Eli Raridon is reportedly impressing early in Patriots training camp, generating positive buzz
analyst
Eli Raridon Continues to Flash in New England's Offense
Rookie tight end Eli Raridon is impressing in New England Patriots training camp, making notable catches and showing progress. While Hunter Henry remains the top tight end, Raridon's size and physicality suggest future fantasy potential, and his draft stock is rising
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Things are starting to click for Eli Raridon at Patriots training camp
The rookie tight end says the game is slowing down for him
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Things are Slowing Down for Rookie Tight End Eli Raridon
New England Patriots rookie third-round tight end Eli Raridon said at training camp on Thursday that things are slowing down for him, according to Mark Daniels of MassLive.com. Raridon said it has been night and day from the spring. Even though the Patriots still have Hunter Henry as their top pass-catching tight end, and after they added receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs in the offseason, Raridon could make an impact as a receiver in 2026 in his first year in the NFL. The 22-year-old should be considered the favorite for TE2 duties with Julian Hill (knee) already ruled out for the season. He needs to refine his blocking skills, but Raridon is certainly a young TE name to keep an eye on for those in deep fantasy leagues in 2026. Raridon has excellent size (6-foot-6, 245 pounds), athleticism, and speed to give New England another weapon to challenge opposing defenses down the field. He doesn't come without durability concerns, though, having already torn his ACL twice. Raridon is a fine TE to stash in dynasty/keeper leagues, but he can be ignored for now in most redraft formats
analyst
Eli Raridon "Flashing" as a Pass-Catcher
Rookie tight end Eli Raridon is reportedly impressing in training camp with his receiving ability, making contested catches and showing good route running. While he is expected to back up Hunter Henry, injuries to other tight ends and his potential could open up opportunities in his rookie season. He is considered a dynasty/keeper stash with upside if his blocking improves
analyst
Hunter Henry Making Highlight-Reel Catches in Camp
Mark Daniels of MassLive.com reports that New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry made a highlight-reel grab during training camp practice on Tuesday, jumping over defender Kevin Byard and then crashing to the ground for a big gain on a deep connection with quarterback Drake Maye. The 31-year-old veteran and former second-rounder (35th overall) by the Chargers in 2016 from the University of Arkansas is still New England's top pass-catching TE going into 2026, despite the addition of rookie Eli Raridon in this year's draft. Henry had a strong 2025 season (his fifth year with the Pats), catching 60 of his 87 targets for 768 yards and seven touchdowns (his most since 2021) in 17 regular-season starts. At the very worst, Henry should be considered a midrange TE2 while developing excellent chemistry with Maye, although his floor and ceiling could be lowered in 2026 after the offseason additions of receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs. With limited volume most likely, Henry will be dependent on finding the end zone, perhaps more than ever before
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Eli Raridon has the opportunity to 'make an impact' in 2026
Eli Raridon is poised to potentially make an impact in his rookie season, benefiting from his skillset and a lack of depth at tight end behind veteran Hunter Henry. While he'll start as the backup, an injury to Henry could open a role for Raridon, who the Patriots hope will become their next productive tight end. However, Raridon's own injury history presents a concern
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Why Mack Hollins could be a secret weapon in Patriots' offense
The New England Patriots are exploring the possibility of using wide receiver Mack Hollins as a tight end due to depth issues at the position. Hollins' size (6-foot-4, 221 pounds) and willingness to block make him a potential candidate, despite the inherent challenges of switching positions. His versatility could offer a unique solution for the Patriots' offense, especially with a lack of experienced veteran tight ends on the roster
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Patriots scouting report: Jeremiah Franklin is an able blocking tight end
Jeremiah Franklin, a tight end signed by the New England Patriots, is profiled. Despite going undrafted and facing initial uncertainty, Franklin brings size, athleticism, and a productive college history to the Patriots' tight end group, which has been impacted by injuries and roster moves
analyst
Eli Raridon Taking Advantage of Thin Depth Chart
New England Patriots rookie tight end Eli Raridon has been pointed to as a player who stood out during the team's first practice of training camp on Saturday, with ESPN's Mike Reiss noting how an injury-thinned depth chart has allowed him to take reps behind 11th-year veteran Hunter Henry. Free agent acquisition Julian Hill was placed on season-ending injured reserve after tearing his ACL during OTAs, while 2025 undrafted free agent CJ Dippre opened training camp on the active/physically unable to perform list and was spotted with a brace on his left wrist. Taking advantage of the increased opportunity, Raridon made a deep highlight catch on a pass thrown by backup Tommy DeVito and earned the praise of Henry, who told reporters after practice, "The ceiling is high for him." Raridon is RotoBaller's rookie TE5, and has been pegged as a player to target in the middle rounds of dynasty rookie drafts, with a clear path to fantasy success both long-term and as an immediate contributor
TE · NE
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Patriots training camp preview: Eli Raridon enters spotlight at tight end
The New England Patriots' tight end situation is under the microscope as training camp approaches, with Eli Raridon expected to step into a more prominent role
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