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Four-Star Tight End Recruit to Commit on Tuesday With Tennessee Football as Finalist
Grant Haviland, a top-ranked 2027 tight end prospect, will announce his college decision with Tennessee as one of the finalists.
Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:34pm
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A cubist interpretation of a top tight end recruit's dynamic playing style as he weighs his college options.Alpharetta TodayTennessee football is one of the finalists for four-star tight end recruit Grant Haviland, who will announce his college commitment on Tuesday, April 14th, at his high school in Alpharetta, Georgia. Haviland is ranked as the No. 13 tight end in the 2027 recruiting class and the No. 275 overall prospect in the country.
Why it matters
Landing Haviland would be a major recruiting win for Tennessee football, as they look to build on their 2027 class that is currently ranked inside the top-15 nationally. The Volunteers have had success recruiting tight ends in recent years, but have also seen some transfers, so adding a top talent like Haviland could provide a boost to their offensive firepower.
The details
Haviland, a 6-foot-4, 225-pound prospect, is considering Tennessee along with Georgia, Clemson, Ohio State and Vanderbilt. He is described as a 'flex tight end prospect' who has extensive experience lining up at receiver and H-back. Analysts praise his ability to make contested catches downfield and his blocking conviction, though note he will need to add more mass and strength to continue that at the FBS level.
- Grant Haviland will announce his college commitment on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 3:45 p.m. ET.
The players
Grant Haviland
A four-star tight end prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, ranked as the No. 13 tight end and No. 275 overall recruit in the country.
Tennessee Football
The University of Tennessee's Division I football program, which is one of the finalists for Haviland's commitment.
What they’re saying
“'Flex tight end prospect with extensive snaps at receiver and H. Lacks frame length but manages to make fair share of contested catches. Tracks it well downfield and maximizes the catch window as much as possible. Shows blocking conviction and maintains engagement. Will need more mass/strength to continue the latter vs. FBS competition.'”
— Gabe Brooks, 247 scouting analyst
What’s next
On Tuesday, April 14th at 3:45 p.m. ET, Grant Haviland will announce his college commitment, with Tennessee being one of the finalists.
The takeaway
Tennessee football's 2027 recruiting class is already shaping up to be a strong one, and landing a top-ranked tight end prospect like Grant Haviland would be a major boost. The Volunteers have had success recruiting the position in recent years, but have also seen some transfers, so adding a versatile talent like Haviland could provide a significant lift to their offensive arsenal.
