Ironclad Senior TE with TD Scoring Punch for Illinois State
Max Ziebarth, a 6-5, 235-pound senior tight end from Hudson, Illinois, is a reliable red-zone differentiator for the Illinois State Redbirds, having scored his first touchdown of the 2025 season in November after catching 1 pass for 2 yards and 1 TD [4][8][9]. While his receiving volume is modest (1 career reception in 2024, 1 in 2025), his physical profile and special teams grit—evident from playing all 14 games in 2024 mostly as a reserve and special teamer—make him a high-intensity, low-maintenance fit for teams needing a tough, blocking-first TE who can punch in short-yardage scores [3][8]. He’s not a stat leader in yards, but his durability, size, and touchdown efficiency signal a player who elevates team culture and execution in critical moments.
