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2:52Week 3 CFB Top 25 Picks: 20 Utah at Wyoming
Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Thaddeus Moss
Summary
John Michael Gyllenborg is an athletic tight end who creates matchup issues for opposing defenses. A former basketball standout, he uses his long frame and build-up speed to stress linebackers and safeties in the passing game. While still refining his technique as an inline blocker, his ability to separate on vertical routes and run through tackles in space makes him a dangerous target.
About
- 2025: Team captain; missed three games due to injury
- 2024: Second-team All-Mountain West (tied for team-high 3 receiving TD)
Strengths
- Strong athleticism and speed to challenge second-level defenders vertically.
- Tough runner who consistently powers through arm tackles in space.
- Creates late separation on deep routes with long-strider acceleration.
Weaknesses
- Struggles to sustain blocks, limiting his impact in the run game.
- Inconsistent hands and ball security in contested-catch situations.
- Recent injury history, missing three games in consecutive seasons.
Combine Data
- 40-yard dash: 4.6 seconds
- Vertical jump: 35.5 inches
- 20-yard shuttle run: 4.22 seconds
- Broad jump: 10 feet, 8 inches
2025 Receiving
| STATS | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Season | 24 | 217 | 9.0 | 1 | 24 |
Top John Michael Gyllenborg News
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John Michael Gyllenborg: Signing with Kansas City
Gyllenborg is slated to sign with the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Gyllenborg is fast for a tight end, posting a 4.6-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine despite his 6-foot-5, 249-pound frame. The Wyoming graduate started 19 games over three years, totaling 1,002 yards and seven receiving touchdowns from 2023 to 2025. He has a knack for identifying and settling down in zones and has the speed to threaten defenses down the field. The 23-year-old's biggest flaws revolve around his inability to box out defenders on 50/50 balls and a tendency to jump unnecessarily at the catch point. The Wyoming staff says Gyllenborg is a breeze to coach, so the Chiefs should have some luck fixing the issues that have hindered him as a pass catcher. They will also need to work on elevating the tight end's abilities as an inline blocker, but with proper improvement, Gyllenborg could work his way up the depth chart by the end of camp.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-6, 249 lbs |
| Birthplace: Leawood, KS |
| Class: Senior |