Washington Football's Tight Ends Room at Full Strength Entering 2026
While Washington's receivers and backs receive major attention, the tight ends room has silently emerged as a cornerstone of Jedd Fisch's offense.
The Washington Football tight ends room is proving to be one of the more robust groups on the team as they prepare for the 2026 season. The room has grown stronger despite the departure of a key player, as several promising young players have stepped up to fill the void. Decker DeGraaf, a junior, is expected to take on a larger leadership role in the absence of Quentin Moore, who was instrumental in the tight ends division.
DeGraaf will be bolstered by the addition of sophomore Baron Naone, who demonstrated his value in the second half of the season with increased playing time and was recognized as the offensive scout team player of the year at the team's postseason banquet. Joining Naone in the room are Sam Vyhlidal, Austin Simmons, and Charlie Crowell - all of whom hail from Oregon high school ranks, giving the Huskies a solid foundation of talent from a familiar talent pool.
Veterans Charlie Crowell and Kade Eldridge have also committed to the position, despite facing injuries during the 2025 season. Crowell missed the entirety of his first two seasons, while Eldridge suffered a foot injury against Michigan that limited his playing time. With a rich history of strong tight end play, the 2026 unit is well-equipped to match the physicality and athleticism of some of the top defenses in the Big Ten conference.
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