As NFL training camp approaches, teams’ spending on tight ends is under review, revealing this position’s growing popularity despite lagging salaries compared to other positions. The Minnesota Vikings lead in tight end spending at $29.4 million, followed by the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos. Most teams allocate a smaller percentage of their salary cap to tight ends, with notable names including T.J. Hockenson and Kyle Pitts. A separate analysis will address dead money in team budgets, impacting overall financial strategies.



