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Dawgs By Nature fantasy football takes on Blake Whiteheart
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Dawgs By Nature about Blake Whiteheart.
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All Dawgs By Nature insights about Blake Whiteheart
NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026
Whiteheart is named as one of the core special teams guys by special teams coordinator Byron Storer, suggesting he played a role in making the roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Whiteheart appears on both the 2025 and 2026 initial 53-man rosters; the source rates the TE room as 'diminished,' indicating Whiteheart's retention is part of a weaker overall group.PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026
With TE Jack Stoll going on IR, Whiteheart appears to be the favorite as the team's backup tight end. He has been a regular pass catcher the past few weeks, including receiving QB Deshaun Watson's first pass of the day during team drills.PositiveUsageAug 23, 2026
Whiteheart was set on the left side with rookie TE Carsen Ryan and the running back was able to help chip the left-side defensive end on the third-and-15 play, contributing to perfect protection.PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026
TE Blake Whiteheart caught a touchdown pass from QB Deshaun Watson in red zone drills during the joint practice, indicating he is being utilized in goal-line situations. Whiteheart's touchdown reception demonstrates his involvement in the Browns' offensive scheme in scoring opportunities.NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026
Whiteheart played 25 snaps (38%) at tight end and recorded 1 catch for 6 yards on 1 target in the preseason game.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Whiteheart received a pass from Watson on the Browns' second possession, indicating early offensive involvement at tight end.NegativeDepth ChartJul 25, 2026
Whiteheart is most likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's multi-TE offense, though it is not a given. The source notes he will compete against other candidates including Joe Royer, Jack Stoll, Brenden Bates, and Carsen Ryan for the TE2 and TE3 roles, with the Browns planning to keep four TEs on the final roster.NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026
Backup TE with limited production in two years with Cleveland: 8 catches, 55 yards, 1 TD; also contributed 10 tackles on special teams in 2025. Undrafted free agent who bounced between practice squad and backup roles; backup TE depth chart is wide open after Fannin, but Whiteheart has not shown meaningful receiving production to date.