Power Ranking the Tight End Rooms in the AFC North

The AFC North's tight end room is led by the Pittsburgh Steelers, with veteran tight end Antonio Andrews. Andrews has consistently been a reliable target for the Steelers' offense over the last five seasons, catching 60 or more passes three times and exceeding 650 yards twice. He had two seven-touchdown seasons, making him one of the division's top options.

Andrews will likely see an increase in playing time in 2026 now that New York Giants has signed Isaiah Likely. The other tight ends on the Steelers' roster include rookie Andrew Kingsbury, rookie seventh-rounder Carsen Ryan, and rookie fifth-rounder Joe Royer, who could see solid playing time. The Cleveland Browns have a promising tight end situation led by rookie wide receiver Fannin Jr., who led the team in receptions, yards, and touchdowns last season.

However, he was traded to the New York Jets, leaving rookie Joe Royer as the backup. The Browns also have rookie seventh-rounder Carsen Ryan on the roster, who could make an impact. The Baltimore Ravens have a decent tight end corps with Mike Gesicki, who had a solid first year with the team in 2024, and backup Erick All Jr. and Drew Sample.

However, they don't have a standout tight end like the Steelers or the Browns, and rookie seventh-rounder Jack Endries could be a surprise starter by the end of the season. Overall, the AFC North's tight end rooms are competitive, with the Steelers at the top and the Ravens at the bottom.