2022 NFL free agents: Tight end

With the NFL's franchise-tag deadline in the past, attention moves to the opening of the league's free-agent negotiating window March 14.

These are the best tight ends slated to hit the market.

By position
QB | RB | WR | TE | OL
DL | ED | LB | CB | S
Top 100

1. Rob Gronkowski

There's still no word on whether Gronkowski will keep playing or go back into retirement. Injury concerns popped up again last season, but Gronkowski is still a quality blocker and pass-catcher. He's hauled in 1,425 yards and 13 scores since coming back in 2020.

2. Zach Ertz

Ertz came back to life with the Cardinals and re-established himself as a starting-caliber tight end. He put up 574 yards and three touchdowns following his trade from the Eagles.

3. C.J. Uzomah

The Bengals' wide receiver group rightfully drew the limelight last season, but Uzomah was a valuable safety blanket for Burrow. He only received 63 targets and could thrive in a larger role.

4. Evan Engram

Someone is going to give Engram a chance to re-establish himself after he fizzled out with the Giants. The former first-round pick needs to stay healthy and produce.

5. Gerald Everett

Everett continued to disappear at times in his first season with Seattle. The tight end's athleticism has always been impressive, but at 27, he likely has hit his ceiling as a No. 2 option.