Free agent tight end Noah Fant has three likely teams in need of his talents at NFL Scouting Combine

Miami Dolphins 

I’ve been on record about the Dolphins needing to upgrade the tight-end position, potentially through the 2024 NFL Draft with TCU’s Jared Wiley. Adding Fant to this high-octane and explosive offense can alleviate some pressure off Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. He can be their answer to man coverage and stretch the seams with a bigger, more athletic target in the middle of the field for Tua Tagovailoa.

Cincinnati Bengals

The combination of Drew Sample, Tanner Hudson, and Irv Smith Jr needs to improve. The trio of pass catchers accounted for 630 yards receiving combined in 2023. The Bengals still have a clear need for TE. Noah Fant’s abilities with a deadly accurate QB like Joe Burrow could be what the doctor ordered. With the weapons at Burrow’s disposal, he can attack one-on-one mismatches with all of the defense’s attention geared toward Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins (unless he’s traded). Fant could thrive with Burrow and the Bengals. 

Washington Commanders

Lastly, the Commanders are expected to lose Logan Thomas to free agency. And even if he remained on the roster, they will need to improve the talent pool at the position. Fant will give their “future” rookie QB a talented pass catcher to lean on against linebackers and safeties. 

Final word

Noah Fant has not been the most productive TE in the NFL but his talent is undeniable. If he lands in the right spot, his production level can rise.