Oregon Ducks' Tight Ends Set for Elevated Impact in Upcoming Season
The Oregon Ducks enter the new campaign with a sense of optimism surrounding their tight end position, a unit that performed strongly last year and is expected to take another step forward.
Jamari Johnson, who finished the 2025 season with 510 receiving yards and three touchdowns, has been ranked the 50th‑best player in the country and placed seventh among qualified tight ends in receiving grade with an 85.2 rating.
Analysts project Johnson to outperform his predecessor, Kenyon Sadiq, who posted 560 receiving yards and eight touchdowns in the previous season, underscoring the competitive edge the Ducks now possess at the position.
The continuity Johnson enjoys entering his second year, combined with an increased target share, positions him to build on last season’s production and become a central piece of Oregon’s elite offense.
Coaches and teammates alike anticipate that the tight ends will be even more formidable this year, contributing significantly to both the passing game and run blocking, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of the Ducks' attack.