TCU tight end Jared Wiley was picked by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth round, while cornerback Josh Newton was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fifth round on the final day of the 2024 NFL Draft.

By the Numbers
  • Jared Wiley had 47 receptions, ranking fourth nationally among Power Five tight ends, and led TCU with 8 touchdown catches.
  • Josh Newton, a two-time All-Big 12 Conference selection, recorded 9 pass breakups, an interception, and 33 tackles in his recent season with TCU.
Yes, But

This draft marked Wiley as the first TCU tight end selected since 2002, and Newton became the first TCU player drafted by the Bengals since 2015.

State of Play
  • TCU, under Head Coach Sonny Dykes, has seen 11 players drafted in the last two seasons.
  • TCU currently has 26 players on NFL rosters, with Wiley joining former teammate Lucas Niang in the Kansas City Chiefs.
What's Next

Both Jared Wiley and Josh Newton are set to embark on their NFL careers with the opportunity to make an impact for their respective teams in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Jared Wiley and Josh Newton's selections in the NFL Draft mark a significant achievement for TCU, showcasing the caliber of talent developed by the program and their potential to excel at the professional level.