Eli Raridon

Eli Raridon will have an opportunity to “make an impact” during his rookie season behind veteran Hunter Henry thanks both to his skillset and the lack of depth at the position behind him.

Fantasy Impact

Raridon will be behind Henry at least to start the season, but he could find himself a role down the stretch should the veteran suffer an injury. Henry is on the wrong side of 30, so the team is needing a young and promising talent to come in. Hopefully Raridon is the next productive Patriots tight end. The rookie’s own injury history is concerning, however, and much remains undecided.

The New England Patriots have selected TE Eli Raridon with the No. 95 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Raridon will add depth in the tight end room for the Patriots. He should help the run blocking at the tight end position for New England. He'll be next up behind Hunter Henry.