Mitchell Evans

Dynasty Outlook: The Panthers selected the Notre Dame alum in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. He walks into a crowded tight end room with Tommy Tremble and Ja'Tavion Sanders sitting atop the depth chart. Evans is a better all-around option than either of them. Evans recorded solid blocking scores during his time at Notre Dame and excelled as a receiver. Evans wasn't nearly the same in 2024 as he recovered from a torn ACL. When he was operating at the height of his powers in 2022, he ranked sixth in yards per route run and seventh in receiving grade (per PFF). He's not a top-shelf athlete, so the upside is ultimately capped for him in fantasy circles, even if he can secure the full-time role. That doesn't mean that he can't develop in a TE2 with top-15 upside if it all comes together. Pick him up off waivers and stash him.

The Carolina Panthers selected TE Mitchell Evans with the No. 163 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Evans impressed at the NFL Combine, including finishing tied for the quickest 10-yard split among all tight ends. With his 6'5 frame, he showed flashes at Notre Dame of being able to make contested catches. He will join Tommy Tremble and Ja'Tavion Sanders in the Panthers tight end room.