Source + player page
Pats Pulpit fantasy football takes on Tanner Arkin
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Pats Pulpit about Tanner Arkin.
47
Insights
32
Positive
4
Negative
Insight ledger
All Pats Pulpit insights about Tanner Arkin
PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
TE Tanner Arkin is among undrafted NFL rookies making noise in training camp and the preseason, suggesting he is competing for a roster spot with the Patriots.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Undrafted free agent Tanner Arkin has spent time with Maye primarily as a blocker, a role in which he excelled at Illinois. He is on the roster as a third tight end option.NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026
Rookie tight end Tanner Arkin is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of three tight ends for the Patriots in 2026.NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026
Tanner Arkin started at fullback in '21' personnel for the Patriots' offense against Philadelphia.NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026
After building momentum early in camp, the undrafted free agent tight end has slowed in recent weeks, including struggles in the preseason debut where he was on scene for three run stuffs as a blocker; with blocking being his strength and path to the roster, that performance will need to be cleaned up against the Eagles.NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026
Tanner Arkin has been quiet after a solid start and was not part of the top group during Sunday's walkthrough; he still looks like the frontrunner for the third tight end spot, though the Patriots may not carry more than two tight ends.NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026
Undrafted rookie remains the frontrunner for the remaining tight end roster spot(s) after Van Vooren's waiver, though the source notes he has been quiet lately after a relatively eventful start to training camp. The Patriots' decision on whether to carry two or three tight ends will depend on his and other backups' performance relative to depth at other positions like wide receiver.NegativeDepth ChartAug 16, 2026
Despite seeing consistent starter reps earlier in camp, Arkin did not join Drake Maye and the starting offensive group in the practice bubble on Sunday; he stayed outdoors with the backups providing looks for the starting defense while only Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon went indoors, signaling a clear depth chart demotion.NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026
Tanner Arkin remains the third tight end on the depth chart, but he has been somewhat quiet lately, which might open the door for C.J. Dippre or Jack Westover to manufacture a preseason push.PositiveBreakoutAug 11, 2026
Undrafted rookie tight end has been one of the positive surprises of training camp so far; approaching joint practice against Colts with high energy and competitive mindset, stating 'I'm expecting a high-energy, awesome day' and 'I'm excited to just put my best foot forward and attack the day really.'NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Undrafted free agent tight end in Patriots rookie class; received 4% of fan votes in preseason excitement survey; positioned as depth option behind Raridon and Hunter Henry.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Overlooked undrafted rookie tight end Tanner Arkin is becoming increasingly important to the Patriots' offense, particularly filling the void left by Julian Hill's season-ending injury, positioning him as a potential breakout candidate for playing time and targets.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Sara Marshall identifies overlooked undrafted rookie TE Tanner Arkin as becoming increasingly important to the team's offense, particularly in Julian Hill's absence due to a season-ending injury, positioning Arkin for expanded playing time and role growth.PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Undrafted rookie has been the clear TE3 all camp and has gotten reps at fullback as well; based on his summer performance, he is the clear frontrunner for the final roster spot at tight end.PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Tanner Arkin is projected to make the 53-man roster as the TE3; the undrafted rookie has been the clear TE3 all camp and has also gotten reps at fullback.PositiveBreakoutAug 9, 2026
Undrafted rookie tight end looks like the Patriots' best blocking tight end and is on track to making the roster. The source identifies him as the obvious standout among under-the-radar players emerging in training camp.PositiveDepth ChartAug 6, 2026
Undrafted rookie has established himself as New England's TE3 early in camp; now faces competition from second-year tight end C.J. Dippre, who was activated off the PUP list.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Rookie tight end Tanner Arkin has established himself as the next man up behind clear TE1 Hunter Henry and is seemingly C.J. Dippre's primary competition for a spot on the 53-man roster, indicating he has secured a strong position in the tight end depth chart.PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026
Undrafted rookie tight end who has emerged as a surprise of training camp and is the current TE3 due to his abilities as a blocker; one of only three tight ends with a defined role in the Patriots' depth chart hierarchy.NegativeUsageAug 4, 2026
In 2025 at Illinois, Arkin saw 684 offensive snaps with 72.5% dedicated to blocking (368 run-blocking snaps, 128 pass-protection snaps); received 17 targets for 13 catches (76.5% catch rate), 114 receiving yards (8.8 per catch), and 2 TDs, while surrendering 8 QB pressures (2 sacks, 2 hits, 4 hurries) on 6.6% pressure rate allowed.PositiveBustAug 4, 2026
Arkin lacks the foot speed and agility to function as anything but a rudimentary part of a passing game and does not have the length to be used as a consistent contested-catch target; caught only 45 passes during college career and has been unable to pick up yards after the catch or break tackles when thrown the ball.PositiveProjectionAug 4, 2026
Arkin has potential to become a starter-level TE2 and one of the league's better blocking specialists at the position; while his receiving abilities are limited and should not be expected to contribute significantly outside of pass protection, his blocking should improve with more time and experience in the NFL.PositiveDepth ChartAug 4, 2026
Arkin has regularly repped with the starters since the beginning of training camp and is regarded the team's top run-blocking tight end; as an undrafted rookie free agent, he does not look like a typical UDFA and appears well-positioned to make the Patriots' roster, potentially becoming the one rookie free agent to make the team this year.PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026
Undrafted rookie tight end currently looks like the Patriots' top blocking tight end after standing out in training camp; projects as a Y-tight end in a second or third tight end role, lining up inline to create push in the run game and provide occasional pass protection, with limited usage as a receiver.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Rookie tight end Tanner Arkin continued to be used with the first-team offense on Monday, maintaining his position in the early-down and red zone packages.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Rookie Tanner Arkin is making a case for a roster spot in the blocking tight end role during training camp, indicating he is competing for depth at the position.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Undrafted rookie tight end Tanner Arkin is the No. 3 tight end and has only strengthened his hold on a roster spot since the introduction of padded practices; he is the best blocking tight end the Patriots have.PositiveRoleAug 2, 2026
Undrafted free agent tight end Tanner Arkin has consistently seen time with the top offense due to his blocking ability, slotting in nicely behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon. Arkin's blocking ability has created some short play-action opportunities through the air.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Undrafted tight end from Illinois earning increased first-team reps at training camp after Julian Hill's season-ending knee injury created a blocking tight end vacancy. Head coach Mike Vrabel praised Arkin's learning curve, competitive spirit, and ability to avoid mental slowdown as assignments pile up; Arkin has been mixing snaps between first- and second-team offenses with Drake Maye's unit, lining up as an in-line blocker and receiving option. On Saturday, Maye connected with Arkin wide open in the flat on a play-action delayed route with yards after catch. Arkin achieved a 79.5 run-blocking grade on Pro Football Focus in his final 2025 season at Illinois and is competing for a roster spot.PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
The UDFA tight end continues to rep with the first-team and caught a play-action bootleg in the flat from Drake Maye.PositiveBreakoutJul 31, 2026
Undrafted rookie free agent TE Tanner Arkin had a handful of eye-opening blocks during full-team drills, demonstrating strong effort and potential in run-game support.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Tanner Arkin, an undrafted rookie, is the source's top candidate to make the team by late August; working as the third tight end behind roster locks Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon, he continued to see regular action with the starters on Thursday and is the Patriots' most reliable blocking tight end, positioning him as the frontrunner to replace Julian Hill who is out for the year.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Undrafted rookie Tanner Arkin is the source's top guess to make the team by late August; working as the third tight end behind roster locks Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon, he continued to see regular action with the starters on Thursday and looks like the Patriots' most reliable blocking tight end, positioning him as the frontrunner to replace Julian Hill who is out for the year.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Tight end continues to establish himself as New England's best blocking TE, indicating secure role in offensive scheme and potential depth value.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
UDFA tight end Arkin remained with the first team at times and showcased his physicality in the run game during Thursday's full-pad practice.PositiveBreakoutJul 30, 2026
Undrafted rookie Tanner Arkin is the top blocking specialist on the roster and is slowly expanding his role at tight end.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Undrafted rookie tight end seemingly continues to lead the blocking tight end competition, indicating he is winning the role competition at the position for the backup/blocking-focused TE spot.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
UDFA Tanner Arkin got on the board with a reception from backup QB Tommy DeVito while continuing to mix in with the first-team offense.PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Tanner Arkin appears to be in a strong position to earn a depth roster spot after continuing to see meaningful reps with the first-team offense. With blocking tight end Julian Hill out for the year, the source indicates Arkin is on the inside track to earn the blocking tight end role based on early camp performance.PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Tight end Tanner Arkin has been a consistent presence on the field with Drake Maye through three practices, indicating he is competing for the third tight end spot behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon.PositiveRoleJul 27, 2026
Undrafted free agent TE Tanner Arkin is the frontrunner for the No. 3 tight end spot behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon; he earned first-team offensive reps on Sunday and also lined up at fullback in place of the absent Reggie Gilliam, demonstrating positional versatility and role expansion potential.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
Rookie free agent added after the draft is getting reps with the first-team offense just three months later; saw action as a blocking tight end, lined up as a fullback with Reggie Gilliam absent, and practiced long-snapping alongside Julian Ashby; appeared to take a step in the right direction toward making the roster.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
UDFA TE Tanner Arkin got a run with the first unit as a pseudo fullback on Sunday with Reggie Gilliam sidelined; he also took some warmup reps as a long snapper alongside Julian Ashby.NegativeRoleJul 25, 2026
2025 undrafted rookie added right before camp. Without Julian Hill practicing, Arkin appears to have one of the best opportunities out of the backup quartet to make the final roster primarily as a blocking tight end.NegativeDepth ChartJul 23, 2026
Tight end Tanner Arkin is competing for a depth spot in the Patriots tight end room alongside Jack Westover, C.J. Dippre and newly-signed Mitch Van Vooren, with potentially only one roster spot available beyond Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Blocking specialist competing for a depth tight end role; could earn playing time if third-round rookie Eli Raridon is not ready to immediately fill the in-line role.NegativeDepth ChartJul 22, 2026
Rookie tight end on Patriots depth chart behind starting tight end Hunter Henry; part of backup group alongside Jack Westover and fellow rookie Eli Raridon entering 2026 training camp.