Joe Royer (Cincinnati) - 2026 NFL Draft Pick #170 by CLE
What The Experts Thought Before The Draft
Joe Royer entered the 2026 NFL Draft from Cincinnati as a TE prospect. CLE selected him in Round 5 with the 170th 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.