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Draft Scouting Report

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Summary

Eli Raridon did not break into the starting lineup at Notre Dame until his senior season, but the wait paid off. Raridon finished with 32 catches for 482 yards while averaging 15.1 yards per reception. He is one of the few tight ends in this class capable of contributing as both an inline blocker and a receiver. While he is not dominant in either area, that well-rounded ability will be attractive to NFL teams.

About
  • Career: Family: Grandfather Scott Raridon Sr. was a strength coach on Notre Dame’s 1988 national championship team; father Scott Raridon Jr. played football at Notre Dame
  • 2025: Third on team in receptions (32) and receiving yards (482)
Strengths
  • Well-built tight end with a lean, muscular frame.
  • Consistent inline run blocker with good power.
  • Physical runner after the catch; smaller defensive backs bounce off him.
Weaknesses
  • Tight hips out of breaks and not especially fluid at the top of routes.
  • Limited awareness as a receiver.
  • Tore his right ACL in both 2021 and 2022.
Combine Data
  • 40-yard dash: 4.62 seconds
  • Bench press: 20 reps
  • Vertical jump: 36 inches
  • Broad jump: 10 feet, 3 inches

2025 Receiving

STATS REC YDS AVG TD LNG
Regular Season 32 482 15.1 0 65

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Player Bio

HT/WT: 6-6, 245 lbs
Birthplace: Des Moines, IA
Class: Senior