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TECLE30 insightsLatest Sep 15, 2026

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart played 20 snaps (39% snap share) and caught 1 pass for 14 yards on 1 target in Week 1. The source notes he caught the opening pass but didn't have anything else come his way, suggesting limited offensive involvement despite his playing time. He was the second tight end getting reps alongside Fannin.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart received 20 snaps (39% snap share) and caught 1 pass on 1 target for 14 yards in Week 1. The source notes he caught the opening pass but had no other targets. Cleveland used only two tight ends getting reps.

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NegativeUsageSep 13, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart caught a 14-yard pass on the Browns' opening drive and was flagged for a false start penalty in the fourth quarter when Cleveland went for it on 4th-and-1 with big personnel.

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NegativeUsageSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart caught a simple, open 14-yard pass on the Browns' first play of the game, showing early involvement in the offense before the team's collapse.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart is named as one of the core special teams guys by special teams coordinator Byron Storer, suggesting he played a role in making the roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart appears on both the 2025 and 2026 initial 53-man rosters; the source rates the TE room as 'diminished,' indicating Whiteheart's retention is part of a weaker overall group.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With TE Jack Stoll going on IR, Whiteheart appears to be the favorite as the team's backup tight end; he has been a regular pass catcher over the past few weeks and received Deshaun Watson's first pass of the day on the final practice session of training camp.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026Dawgs By Nature

With TE Jack Stoll going on IR, Whiteheart appears to be the favorite as the team's backup tight end. He has been a regular pass catcher the past few weeks, including receiving QB Deshaun Watson's first pass of the day during team drills.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Blake Whiteheart is a career journeyman tight end behind Harold Fannin Jr. on the Browns depth chart, indicating limited upside as a backup option.

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PositiveProjectionAug 24, 2026Footballguys

Whiteheart caught a red zone touchdown from Watson during the joint practice.

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PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart was set on the left side during the touchdown drive and contributed to perfect protection on the 16-yard touchdown pass to Floriea. He was part of the second-team offensive line that played very well together and demonstrated effective blocking schemes.

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PositiveUsageAug 23, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart was set on the left side with rookie TE Carsen Ryan and the running back was able to help chip the left-side defensive end on the third-and-15 play, contributing to perfect protection.

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NegativeUsageAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart caught a 16-yard pass from Shedeur Sanders on a crucial 4th-and-2 conversion from the Bills' 41 yard line, helping the Browns extend their opening drive.

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PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

TE Blake Whiteheart caught a touchdown pass from QB Deshaun Watson during a red zone drill in the Browns-Bills joint practice, demonstrating his value in the red zone offense.

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PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026Dawgs By Nature

TE Blake Whiteheart caught a touchdown pass from QB Deshaun Watson in red zone drills during the joint practice, indicating he is being utilized in goal-line situations. Whiteheart's touchdown reception demonstrates his involvement in the Browns' offensive scheme in scoring opportunities.

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NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Caught 1 pass for 6 yards on 1 target across 25 snaps (38% of plays) in the preseason opener.

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NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart played 25 snaps (38%) at tight end and recorded 1 catch for 6 yards on 1 target in the preseason game.

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PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Rookie TE subbed in for a few plays in place of Concepcion; showed plenty of potential even if he may be limited to 11 personnel initially.

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NegativeUsageAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart was targeted by Watson on the opening drive, receiving a pass on first down as part of Watson's early offensive sequence, indicating early involvement in the passing game.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart received a pass from Watson on the Browns' second possession, indicating early offensive involvement at tight end.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 15, 2026RotoWire

Blake Whiteheart is currently listed as the number two tight end on the Browns' depth chart behind Harold Fannin Jr.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 25, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Whiteheart is most likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's multi-TE offense, though it is not a given. The source notes he will compete against other candidates including Joe Royer, Jack Stoll, Brenden Bates, and Carsen Ryan for the TE2 and TE3 roles, with the Browns planning to keep four TEs on the final roster.

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NegativeRoleJul 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart is likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's offense, which will feature multiple tight-end sets and 12 personnel groupings, though the source notes this is not a given.

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NegativeRoleJul 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart is likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's offense, though the source notes this is not a given. The Browns are expected to keep four tight ends on the final roster and currently have six in camp competing for spots.

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NegativeRoleJul 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart is likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's multiple tight-end offense, though this is not guaranteed. The Browns plan to keep four tight ends on the final roster and currently have six in camp competing for those spots.

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NegativeRoleJul 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart is most likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's multiple tight-end offense, though that position is not a given; the Browns will keep four TEs on the final roster with six currently in camp.

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NegativeRoleJul 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart is likely to cement the second tight end spot in Monken's offense, though the source notes this is not a given. The Browns will keep four tight ends on the final roster and currently have six in camp competing for spots.

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NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Backup TE with limited production in two years with Cleveland: 8 catches, 55 yards, 1 TD; also contributed 10 tackles on special teams in 2025. Undrafted free agent who bounced between practice squad and backup roles; backup TE depth chart is wide open after Fannin, but Whiteheart has not shown meaningful receiving production to date.

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NegativeDepth ChartNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Whiteheart is competing for the backup tight end role after Harold Fannin, with the depth chart wide open from the second spot onward. An undrafted free agent who joined the Browns in 2024 after failing to make the Cardinals' roster, Whiteheart has minimal receiving production (8 catches, 55 yards, 1 TD in two years with Cleveland) but contributed 10 tackles on special teams last year; he carries a 40% roster odds projection.

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PositiveProjectionNo dateFantasy Life Articles

Blake Whiteheart is ranked TE2 in Fantasy Life's 2026 tight end rankings.

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