Mason Taylor could hear his name called during Thursday’s 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, WI. After three seasons with LSU football, he will join a long list of professional tight ends developed by head coach Brian Kelly.
The six-foot-five, 255-pounder made an immediate impact for the Tigers. He started 13 games as a rookie and scored three touchdowns, joining forces with Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Jayden Daniels then first-year starter Garrett Nussmeier. With a wealth of SEC experience, Taylor is arguably one of the most prepared prospects in the draft class.
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Multiple analysts believe Taylor has the potential to be selected late in the first round on Thursday. He will likely be the second Tiger taken following offensive lineman Will Campbell, who is projected to be a top-five selection. Taylor’s performances in the Senior Bowl and pre-draft workouts have him skyrocketing up the board.
Ahead of his potential first-round selection, take a look at Taylor’s stats and what scouts say about his abilities.
Mason Taylor’s recruiting rankings
Hailing from Plantation, FL, Taylor committed to LSU as part of the 2022 class. As a three-star prospect, according to On3’s Industry Rankings, he ranked as the No. 36 tight end and No. 86 out of Florida.
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Taylor fielded offers from many Power Five programs, including four SEC schools. Ultimately, he chose the Tigers and solidified himself as one of the greats developed under Kelly.
Mason Taylor’s college stats
Taylor leaves LSU as the most productive tight end in program history. He holds the school records for receptions (129) and receiving yards (1,308) through 38 games donning the purple and gold.
As a junior, Taylor recorded 546 receiving yards and two touchdowns. He established himself as one of Nussmeier’s favorite targets and was particularly reliable in late-down situations. In addition, he contributed in the run game by working alongside the offensive line as a blocker.
What top draft analysts are saying about Mason Taylor
“Mason Taylor, to me, he’s an emerging player in that everybody is comfortable with him. He’s a safe player. He’s rock solid. He had a nice week at the Senior Bowl.” – Daniel Jeremiah, NFL Network
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“He’s a natural pass catcher, but he also holds up very well as a blocker.” – Field Yates, ESPN
“The [San Diego] Chargers signed Tyler Conklin, and drafting Taylor would fill out an intriguing tight end room for quarterback Justin Herbert. Taylor is a big target, six-foot-five and 251 pounds. He caught 55 passes last season with just one drop.”
This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: Mason Taylor Scouting Report: What NFL fans need to know about LSU TE
