tight end

American  

noun

Football.

1. an offensive player positioned at one extremity of the line directly beside a tackle, used as both a blocker and a pass receiver.

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Etymology

Origin of tight end

An Americanism dating back to 1960–65

Example Sentences

The Chargers added a notable veteran to their tight end ranks Monday, agreeing to terms with former Cleveland Browns standout David Njoku.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Mendoza has first-round picks around him already with running back Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers at tight end, while the Raiders splashed out big money to grab centre Tyler Linderbaum to add yet more assistance.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

British tight end Seydou Traore was a late-round pick in the NFL Draft along with Uar Bernard, a Nigerian yet to play a game of American football.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

Chesney was pleased with the progress of sophomore tight end Noah Fox-Flores, who had a four-yard touchdown reception against Nevada Las Vegas last season as a freshman.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Hobie Rawls was the mayor of Ravenel and was the size of a tight end gone to seed.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy