Jets draft TE Zack Kuntz in 7th round

The New York Jets selected Old Dominion tight end Zack Kuntz in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 220th overall.

Kuntz is an incredible athlete. He ran a 4.55 40-yard dash and was the most athletic tight end at the combine. The 23-year-old is still raw but could flourish into a good player with more coaching.

Pre-draft profile

Kuntz is a better athlete than a football player right now, but he oozes potential. He tested off the charts at the combine and is still learning how to use his length and athleticism to win against defenses consistently. As a blocker, Kuntz often throws his body at defenders rather than engage with his hands. He'll need to improve significantly in that area to play in-line at the next level. The 23-year-old needs to put on more muscle to make better use of his length and frame, as he's too easily dislodged from the ball right now. Kuntz also needs to improve as a route-runner to take advantage of his athletic profile. Too often, he runs rounded corners or telegraphs the direction of his break. The team selecting Kuntz has to be patient, but he has Pro Bowl potential.