NFL Draft Profile: Stanford's Sam Roush Is Interesting Developmental Option
Stanford Cardinal tight end Sam Roush is perhaps the most interesting developmental option in the 2026 NFL Draft.
NFL Draft Profile: Stanford's Sam Roush Is Interesting Developmental Option originally appeared on NESN . Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The New England Patriots can take their pick of positions to address during the 2026 NFL Draft.
It’s easy to see them targeting someone who can rush the passer, depth options at linebacker and/or tight end, competition along the offensive line, someone who can provide a spark to the skill position group, and... well, pretty much anything else you can think of. I just don't think they can do it all… If the club intends on putting itself in a position to regularly contend, it will need to prioritize things perfectly and put together another superb draft class -- which might just include Stanford Cardinal tight end Sam Roush: Bio: Sam Roush Position: TE Height: 6' 6" Weight: 267 lbs Hand: 10" Arm: 30 5/8" Scouting Combine: 4.
70 (40), 38. 5" (Vertical), 10' 6" (Broad), 7. 08 (3-Cone), 4.
37 (Short Shuttle), 25 (Bench Press) 2025 Stats: 12 G, 49 REC, 545 REC YDS, 2 TD Pros: Roush served as an extension of the running game during his time with the Stanford Cardinal, and eventually developed into the program's most reliable option in the passing game across 2024 and 2025. ELITE IN-LINE BLOCKER (PROTOTYPE AT 'Y') FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND, CONTINUES TO BE AN EFFECTIVE BLOCKER NO MATTER THE COMPETITION GREAT TEMPO IN RUNNING GAME AND PASSING GAME, ALWAYS GOES BALLS TO THE WALL PHYSICAL WITH THE FOOTBALL, RUNS THROUGH CONTACT Cons: Roush is an outstanding athlete, but even though his floor is relatively high there are questions as to whether he can reach his ceiling. If you take him, it could be a long journey toward making him a consistent contributor.