LSU tight end Mason Taylor, son of Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, is set to build his own legacy. Ranked as the third-best tight end in the 2025 NFL Draft, he’s expected to be selected early on Day 2 after the top two go in Round 1.
Best Potential Landing Spots for Mason Taylor
Taylor carries a top-50 grade on PFSN’s 2025 NFL Draft Big Board and has the tools to be an impact NFL starter with time. Taylor still has room to improve his play strength and blocking, but his receiving skills are undeniable. In 2024, he racked up 546 yards and two touchdowns on 56 catches for LSU.
Taylor is quick, fluid, and explosive out of his breaks, with sharp instincts and reliable hands at the catch point. His ability to gain yards after the catch (RAC) adds to his complete profile as a pass-catching threat.
Often compared to former Arkansas star and second-round pick Hunter Henry, Taylor’s skill set allows him to offer similar reliability in the pass game, chain-moving ability, and schematic versatility, potentially becoming a high-end starter.
So, which teams might be most interested in selecting the LSU standout on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft?
New York Jets
The Jets signed Justin Fields to a two-year, $40 million deal, and to maximize his potential, adding a reliable tight end could be key.
With his versatility in-line and in the slot, strong route-running against zone coverage, and blocking mentality, Mason Taylor looks like a great fit as a “U” tight end. He could contribute immediately for the Jets, lining up in multiple alignments starting in 2025.
Los Angeles Chargers
It seems almost certain the Chargers will draft a tight end early in this year’s draft. While they signed Tyler Conklin, this tight end class is too talented to pass on.
Mason Taylor is a smooth athlete with excellent receiving skills and would be a major boost for quarterback Justin Herbert. Herbert has targeted tight ends on just 10.72% of his passes throughout his career, largely due to a lack of a reliable first-down threat. Taylor could be exactly what Herbert needs.
Kansas City Chiefs
With Travis Kelce approaching retirement, the Chiefs must start planning for the future at tight end. While Noah Gray made strides in 2024 and has the potential to be a TE1, Kansas City will still need depth at the position.
The Chiefs utilized multiple tight ends on 49.1% of their offensive snaps in 2024, the highest rate in the league.
Adding Mason Taylor would help maintain their offensive structure as Kelce nears the end of his Hall-of-Fame career.
