NFL draft guru Daniel Jeremiah ranks Canadian tight end Tanner McLachlan second for the 2024 draft, impressed by his record-setting career at Arizona and instinctual play. Despite injury concerns, McLachlan's performance in the NFL combine showcases his athletic prowess. However, Jeremiah acknowledges Penn State’s Theo Johnson as a strong contender for the second Canadian tight end drafted.

By the Numbers
  • Tanner McLachlan: 79 catches, 984 yards, 6 touchdowns over two college seasons
  • Theo Johnson: 77 catches, 938 yards, 12 TDs in 45 games at Penn State
Yes, But

Some in the league have reservations about Tanner McLachlan's draft position, and Theo Johnson's potential as the second Canadian tight end adds complexity to the draft projections.

State of Play
  • Draft begins Thursday night in Detroit
  • Tanner McLachlan is projected as a third- or fourth-round pick
  • Theo Johnson is a strong contender as the second Canadian tight end drafted
What's Next

The NFL draft in Detroit will reveal the actual positions of Tanner McLachlan, Theo Johnson, and other Canadian prospects.

Bottom Line

As Canadian prospects attract attention in the NFL draft, the position of Tanner McLachlan and the potential of Theo Johnson will be closely watched in the coming days, adding an exciting Canadian dimension to the event.