Justin Joly (North Carolina St.) - 2026 NFL Draft Pick #152 by DEN
What The Experts Thought Before The Draft
Justin Joly entered the 2026 NFL Draft from North Carolina St. as a TE prospect. DEN selected him in Round 5 with the 152nd overall pick.
Scouting Overview
At TE, the central evaluation points are route value, hands and in-line blocking ability.
Development Areas
His NFL development will depend on balancing receiving work with NFL blocking assignments.
Draft Context
His early opportunity is likely to come through depth and special-teams work, with a path to a larger role as his technique develops.