Eli Raridon — 2026 Fantasy Outlook

Raridon spent three largely invisible seasons at Notre Dame (0/0, 5/51/1, 11/90/2) before stepping into a larger role in his final year, catching 32 passes for 482 yards across 12 games, though he couldn't find the end zone. His best work came in four outings (5/97, 4/85, 7/109, 6/67), flashing the ability to be a factor when given consistent opportunity.

The NFL projection, however, is modest. At 6'6" and 245 lbs., his primary value is as a blocking tight end, a role he'd grow into further with added bulk. He ran a 4.62 at the NFL Combine, and his initial quickness lags behind even that modest number, limiting his ability to create separation off the line. Two torn ACLs in consecutive years (2021 and 2022) add a durability concern that's hard to ignore. He can be a situational surprise as a receiver, but realistic expectations in the NFL point to minimal targets and even fewer scoring chances.