Super Bowl Champion Brent Jones Praises Exciting NFL Tight End Talent

Rising stars like Tyler Warren and Brock Bowers join established veterans as the league prepares for the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 8:31am

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Former San Francisco 49ers tight end Brent Jones, a three-time Super Bowl champion, spoke about the impressive talent at the tight end position in the NFL. Jones highlighted young stars like Tyler Warren, Brock Bowers, and Kyle Pitts, as well as veteran standouts Travis Kelce and George Kittle. With several tight ends putting up big numbers in 2025, Jones believes the position is "really exciting to watch" as the league heads into Super Bowl LX between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

Why it matters

The tight end position has become increasingly important in the modern NFL, with several players at the position emerging as top offensive threats. Jones' comments highlight the depth and talent at tight end, which could play a key role in determining the outcome of the Super Bowl rematch between the Patriots and Seahawks.

The details

Jones praised the talent of rising stars like Tyler Warren, Brock Bowers, and Kyle Pitts, while also acknowledging the continued excellence of veterans Travis Kelce and George Kittle. Several tight ends, including Pitts, Warren, and Bowers, had highly productive seasons in 2025, with five players at the position surpassing 800 receiving yards. Jones believes Pitts is on the cusp of unlocking his full potential, despite some inconsistency in recent years.

  • The 38th annual Super Bowl Breakfast, which Jones will emcee, is scheduled for next week in Santa Clara, California.
  • Super Bowl LX between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will take place on February 8, 2026.

The players

Brent Jones

A three-time Super Bowl champion during his 11-year run with the San Francisco 49ers.

Travis Kelce

A standout tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs who is considered one of the elder statesmen at the position.

George Kittle

A star tight end for the San Francisco 49ers who is also expected to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Tyler Warren

A rising NFL tight end who made an immediate impact in his rookie season with the Indianapolis Colts.

Brock Bowers

An emerging star tight end who has had some injury issues but is considered one of the top young players at the position.

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What they’re saying

“I think it's really exciting to watch the position. And you do have the Kelces, kind of the old studs … (players like) Zach Ertz (who) have been around for a long time. And then you have the middle-aged guys. I think George Kittle is as good as anybody. Then two of the up-and-comers … (Tyler Warren and) and Brock Bowers — he's been banged up a little bit, but when he's healthy, he's as good as anybody.”

— Brent Jones, Former NFL Tight End

“Kyle Pitts … I've had him on my fantasy team a couple of years, and I'm like, 'This is going to be the year... he's going to break out!' I've seen him in games where he's dominant, and then I'm seeing games where he just isn't used. I think I'd have to be around him and the team, but I still feel like he's on the cusp. He's going to break out somewhere. It would be really tough if he left Atlanta and then all of a sudden broke out.”

— Brent Jones, Former NFL Tight End

What’s next

The New England Patriots will face off against the Seattle Seahawks on Feb. 8 in Super Bowl LX, marking a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX.

The takeaway

The tight end position has become a focal point of the modern NFL, with a mix of established veterans and rising young stars providing exciting talent and production. As the league heads into the Super Bowl, the depth and versatility of the tight end position could play a key role in determining the outcome of the big game.