1 underrated TE prospect could be Steelers' target in 2026 NFL Draft

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One developmental tight end prospect could be a solid fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers as we rapidly approach the 2026 NFL Draft.

Michigan Spartans tight end Marlin Klein, a projected Day 3 pick, may be one of the most inexperienced prospects in the draft but has terrific upside.

Here's a look at Klein's scouting report, containing important information on his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.

Marlin Klein, TE, Michigan​

• Height: 6 feet 6 inches
• Weight: 248 pounds
• 40-yard dash: 4.61 seconds
• Projection: Fourth- to fifth-round

Strengths​

• Outstanding frame
• Great developmental upside
• Physical run blocker
• Exceptional speed for size

Concerns​

• Only 12 games of starting experience
• Blocking technique needs improvement
• Modest route tree

Stats​

• 2022: zero receptions, zero yards, zero touchdowns
• 2023: one reception, eight yards, zero touchdowns
• 2024: 13 receptions, 108 yards, zero touchdowns
• 2025: 11 receptions, 248 yards, one touchdown

Highlights​

Marlin Klein | TE | MICH

Big bodied, Y-TE w/ seam running ability. Does a good job navigating vertical traffic & presenting tgt up the seams. Uses height/size to box out + good adjustments to throws.

Has natural power/pop when connecting blocks, drives hips through defender pic.twitter.com/VjOCSoajxV

— Matt Lane (@Matty_KCSN) April 1, 2026

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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers NFL Draft scouting report: Marlin Klein, Michigan

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