a big-bodied TE who’s still fighting for consistent NFL usage
Mitchell-Paden has shown enough as a **reserve pass-catching tight end** to stay on the radar, but his 2025 production was modest: 2 catches for 17 yards across eight games with Baltimore and New Orleans. At 6'5" and 257 pounds, his appeal is size, catch radius, and depth at a premium position, though he has yet to turn limited opportunities into meaningful volume. If your team wants a developmental TE who can compete in camp and contribute in a narrow role, he’s a reasonable fit; if you need immediate impact, the résumé is still thin.
