The 2025 Tight End University kicked off on Monday, and the New England Patriots are also represented at the three-day event. Austin Hooper the sole member of the team’s tight end depth chart to make the trip to Nashville.
Hooper, 30, first arrived in New England as an unrestricted free agent last offseason. He quickly developed into a reliable running mate for nominal starting tight end Hunter Henry, and finished the season with 45 catches for 476 yards and a team-leading three touchdowns.
A majority of Hooper’s production came with rookie quarterback Drake Maye under center.