DJ Vonnahme, TE, Iowa: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
|
Attribute |
Details |
|
Name |
DJ Vonnahme |
|
Position |
Tight End (TE) |
|
Number |
81 |
|
Class |
3rd Year |
|
School |
Iowa |
|
Height / Weight |
6’4″ / 240 lbs |
|
Hometown / HS |
Breda, Iowa / Carroll Kuemper HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
|
Season |
Team |
G |
Rec |
Yds |
Avg |
TD |
|
2024 |
Iowa |
4 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
2025 |
Iowa |
12 |
29 |
434 |
15.0 |
3 |
|
Total |
16 |
29 |
434 |
15.0 |
3 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected metrics based on physical profile and collegiate movement skills.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.75 – 4.85s
- Vertical Jump: 30.0″ – 32.5″
- Broad Jump: 9’6″ – 9’10”
- Bench Press: 22 – 25 reps
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.40 – 4.50s
4. Scouting & Transfer Notes
Background Profile
Vonnahme is a native of Breda, Iowa, and a former multi-sport standout at Carroll Kuemper High School. He followed the traditional developmental path at Iowa, a program renowned for producing professional-caliber tight ends.
Key Strengths
- Iowa Pedigree: Benefits from the technical coaching and blocking-heavy scheme at “Tight End U,” making him a more refined prospect in the run game than many of his peers.
- Frame for Growth: At 6’4″ and 240 pounds, he possesses the functional strength to compete at the point of attack while maintaining enough athleticism to be a threat in the short-to-intermediate passing game.
- High Football IQ: Known for his understanding of leverage and spatial awareness, traits that allow him to find soft spots in zone coverage effectively.
Developmental Focus
Expanding his production in the passing game will be the next step in his evaluation. While his role increased in 2025, scouts will look for him to become a more frequent primary target to solidify his standing as a versatile three-down tight end.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
*pending*
All-Star Game Notes
*pending*
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
*pending*