Helm finished the 2024 season with 60 receptions, 786 yards and seven touchdowns.
AUSTIN, Texas — Former Longhorns tight end Gunnar Helm is heading to the NFL.
Helm was taken 120th overall by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Quickly becoming one of quarterback Quinn Ewers’ favorite targets in 2024, Helm finished the season with 60 receptions, 786 yards and seven touchdowns, breaking the Texas record for catches by a tight end in a single season.
Helm has been noted for his ability as a route runner, to break tackles, high-point catches away from his body and be an effective target in the middle of the field when facing zone defenses. His work against man defenders, however, is a question mark.
The main questions surrounding Helm at the NFL level surround his ability as a blocker. While he was effective in blocking scenarios against linebackers, there are questions about his ability in run blocking scenarios where he will be tasked with taking on larger edge defenders.
Helm will likely begin his career as a reserve tight end, but could see some work on passing downs due to his above average route running.