Brant Kuithe
Brant Kuithe  TE  Utah | NFL Draft 2025 Souting Report - Portrait Image
Brant Kuithe
Height
6-2
Weight
236
College
Utah
Position
TE
Class
Senior
Home town
Katy, TX
82.0/100
Player Rating
9
PositionRank (TE)
4.6
FortyYD Time
Receptions
35
Rec YDs
505
Rec TDs
6
Rec AVG
14.4

Brant Kuithe TE Utah | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

Brant Kuithe TE Utah
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

ROLE: Slot Receiving TE
Last Updated: 09/30/2024
Draft Year: 2025
40 time: 4.60 seconds (88%*)
Age: 25.0 DOB: 12/04/1999
Measurables:
Height: 6-2 (9%*) Weight: 236 (8%*)
Hands: 10 1/8 (64%*) Arm: 32 1/2 (35%*) Span: 79 (49%*)
Forty: 4.60 (O) (88%*)
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(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other (HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
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ROLE: Slot Receiving TE
Last Updated: 09/30/2024
Draft Year: 2025
40 time: 4.60 seconds (88%*)
Age: 25.0 DOB: 12/04/1999
Measurables:
0% 100%
Height: 6-2 (9%*) Weight: 236 (8%*)
Hands: 10 1/8 (64%*) Arm: 32 1/2 (35%*)
Span: 79 (49%*)
Forty: 4.60 (O) (88%*)
(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other
(HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
For an explanation of how the (HS) data is calculated see this article
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Overall Rating: 82.0 / 100
Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced
Defense Rating:
75%
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QB Rating When targeted: 110.7
Hands:
72%
Short Receiving:
83%
Intermediate Routes:
85%
Deep Threat:
84%
Blocking:
55%
DRAFT PROJECTION: 6th
Overall Rank: #206 Position rank: #9
College Games: 60 College Snaps: 2165
Grade: 247 Sports 3  Stars 247 Sports 83 Stars 247 RATING: 83/100
Grade: 3 Stars 3 Stars RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
Player Comparison* (Similarity level)
Sam LaPorta - Iowa
84%
Jaheim Bell - Florida State
82%
Brevin Jordan - Miami
79%
Draft Profile: Bio
Brant Kuithe hails from Katy, Texas, where he was a standout at Cinco Ranch High School. As a three-star recruit, Kuithe's versatility shone through early, excelling as both a rusher and receiver. His senior year saw him rack up 1,041 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns in just seven games, showcasing his explosive playmaking ability.

At Utah, Kuithe quickly established himself as a dynamic tight end. He played in 51 career games, starting 26, and became the Utes' all-time leader in receptions by a tight end with 148. His consistent production earned him three consecutive second-team All-Pac-12 honors from 2019 to 2021. Kuithe's breakout 2019 season saw him lead the team in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns, while also contributing as a rusher.
Scouting Report: Strengths
  • Smooth route technician with savvy to set up defenders, showcasing plus short-area quickness and crisp breaks at the top of routes.
  • Natural hands catcher with a wide catch radius, plucks the ball out of the air and secures it quickly in traffic.
  • Dangerous YAC threat with wiggle in the open field, possesses the burst to turn short completions into chunk plays.
  • Swiss Army knife who can flex out wide, work from the slot, or motion across the formation, creating pre-snap headaches for defenses.
  • Sneaky acceleration off the LOS, gets to top speed quickly and can stack defenders on vertical routes.
  • High football IQ, consistently finds soft spots against zone and shows veteran savvy in option route adjustments.
  • Proven chain-mover and red zone threat, consistently produced as a go-to target in crucial situations at the collegiate level.
  • Blue-collar mentality over the middle, willing to take hits and fight for extra yards in congested areas.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
  • Tweener build lacking ideal length and bulk for in-line work, may struggle to anchor against NFL edge-setters in the run game.
  • Raw in pass pro and run blocking techniques, tends to lean and lunge rather than establishing a solid base and leverage.
  • Lacks ideal play strength at the catch point, may struggle to box out and win 50/50 balls against NFL-caliber defensive backs.
  • Medical red flags from 2022 injury could impact draft stock and raise questions about long-term durability at the next level.
  • Could use added functional strength to better defeat press coverage and sustain blocks through the whistle.
Scouting Report: Summary
Kuithe projects as a move tight end or big slot receiver at the NFL level, where his route-running and receiving skills can be maximized. His versatility will be attractive to teams running spread offenses that prioritize creating mismatches. While his size may limit his role as an inline blocker, Kuithe's ability to threaten defenses at all levels of the field makes him a valuable offensive weapon.

NFL teams will likely view Kuithe as a Day 2 or early Day 3 selection, depending on medical evaluations. His fit in a creative offensive system that can utilize his diverse skill set will be crucial for his success. Kuithe has the potential to develop into a reliable chain-mover and red-zone threat, with his ceiling depending on how well he can overcome size limitations and improve his blocking to stay on the field in all situations.

Ultimately, Kuithe's transition to the NFL will hinge on finding a team that can maximize his strengths as a receiver while minimizing his exposure to traditional inline tight end responsibilities. His college production and versatility suggest he has the tools to carve out a solid role in the right offensive system.
Written By:
Lennox Tate

Brant Kuithe percentiles vs other Tight Ends (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)

How other scouting services rate Brant Kuithe (Overall Rank)

All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
201.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
16.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance. For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.

*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.