The fourth Sunday of October is officially National Tight Ends Day, and if you think this holiday is some silly social media fodder, then you’re missing out on some serious gridiron action. This isn’t just a meme. Back in 2018, George Kittle of the 49ers, with a little help from Jimmy Garoppolo, actually declared this day a thing, and now the NFL itself is in on the celebration.
This Ain’t No Joke: TEs Are Going Off
If you’re still scoffing, check the numbers. In 2024, tight ends absolutely *exploded*, scoring 16 touchdowns on a staggering 177 receptions. That wasn’t just a good day, that was the most catches by tight ends on *any* single day in league history. And last year, on National Tight Ends Day itself, TEs racked up 12 touchdowns. So, yeah, this “holiday” means big numbers and big plays. Anytime touchdown bets are a blast, especially with those longer odds, making them perfect for a fun parlay. Get ready for some serious scoring this weekend.
Kittle Leads the Charge, Others Are Heating Up
So, who’s gonna find the end zone this Sunday? Let’s break down some of the top picks.
First up, it’s gotta be the man himself, **George Kittle** of the 49ers, rocking +115 odds. Are you kidding me? The founder of National Tight Ends Day is sitting at plus money to score? Kittle’s already got five touchdowns this season, tied for third in the entire NFL. Even with the 49ers a little banged up, on a short week, and on the road against the Falcons, that +115 price tag is practically begging you to take it.
Sticking with that Falcons game, don’t sleep on **Kyle Pitts** at +255. This guy’s been on a heater lately. He scored a touchdown in that overtime loss to the Ravens a couple of weeks ago, and then he went off for *two* touchdowns in the loss to the Bears just last Sunday. Plus, he’s found pay dirt on National Tight Ends Day before. The dude knows how to celebrate his holiday.
Over in Paris, France, where the Steelers and Saints are kicking off NFL Sunday, keep an eye on **Pat Freiermuth** (+220). Could he be the first tight end to score on the day? He snagged two touchdowns against the Colts just two weeks ago, so he’s got that scoring touch. If not Freiermuth, then his opponent, **Juwan Johnson** of the Saints, is at +310. Johnson started the season red-hot, catching three touchdowns in his first three games and averaging five receptions. He cooled off in Week 5 with only four catches for 16 yards and didn’t catch a pass last week, but if he bounces back, those odds are looking mighty good.
Finally, we’ve got **Dalton Schultz** of the Texans at +210.
So, get your popcorn ready and keep an eye on these guys. National Tight Ends Day isn’t just for social media anymore, it’s a day for TEs to absolutely light up the scoreboard. Which one of these beasts will find the end zone first? You know I’ll be watching!
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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