6-7 FCS Top-5 TE Jed Castles: Preseason All-UAC Anchor with Elite Size and Consistency
Jed Castles, the 6-7, 240-lb tight end for Abilene Christian, is the No. 5 returning FCS tight end by Hero Sports and a 2025 Preseason All-UAC selection after earning back-to-back Second-Team All-UAC honors [1][10]. In the 2025 season, he started 12 of 13 games, recording 22 receptions for 188 yards and 2 touchdowns, showcasing reliable hands and red-zone presence [1][3]. His differentiator is rare size-speed combo at 6-7 that creates a massive catch window, paired with an intensity level that earned him 12 starts despite a 14-game season [1]. No major injury history is noted, and his personality is described as a steady, team-first anchor who thrives in physical schemes. He’s a high-fit prospect for teams needing a dominant possession TE who can block and score, especially in UAC or FCS-to-FBS transition contexts [1][5].
