Tex Vaughn brings size, production, and red-zone punch to NC State’s tight end room
Tex Vaughn enters NC State as a freshman tight end with legit receiving chops and enough frame to grow into a versatile weapon: at Kings Mountain in the 2025 season, he posted 43 catches for 713 yards and 11 touchdowns, and as a senior he helped the program reach the playoffs while earning all-conference honors. Recruit evaluations tagged him as a 3-star prospect and one of the top tight ends in North Carolina, and his calling card is clear—reliable hands, route-running feel, and scoring ability that gives the Wolfpack a future mismatch piece rather than just an in-line blocker.
