Zack Marshall, TE, Michigan: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
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Name |
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Position |
Tight End (TE) |
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Jersey Number |
#83 |
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Class |
Redshirt Sophomore |
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School |
Michigan |
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Height / Weight |
6’4″ / 245 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Carlsbad, Calif. / Carlsbad HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Receiving Productivity
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Season |
Team |
Conf |
Class |
G |
Rec |
Yds |
Avg |
Rec TD |
|
2024 |
Michigan |
Big Ten |
FR |
4 |
0 |
0 |
0.0 |
0 |
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2025 |
Michigan |
Big Ten |
RS FR |
12 |
14 |
185 |
13.2 |
2 |
|
Total |
16 |
14 |
185 |
13.2 |
2 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected baseline physical metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on historic California high school athletic profiles, verified explosive movement testing, and Big Ten tight end structural averages.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.65 – 4.75 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 34.0″ – 36.0″
- Broad Jump: 9’8″ – 10’0″
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.25 – 4.35 seconds
- 3-Cone Drill: 7.00 – 7.15 seconds
4. Scouting Notes
Background Profile
Marshall arrived in Ann Arbor as a versatile athlete out of Carlsbad High School in California, where he starred as a two-way player and multi-sport standout. After utilizing a redshirt season in 2024 to adjust to the physicality of Big Ten football, Marshall emerged as a reliable secondary receiving option in the Michigan tight end rotation during his 2025 redshirt freshman campaign. Appearing in 12 games, he proved to be a sure-handed target in the middle of the field, hauling in 14 receptions for 185 yards and two scores.
Key Strengths
- Fluid Route Running: Displays natural movement skills and route-running ability that allows him to create windows against zone coverage, leveraging his athletic background to find soft spots.
- Reliable Catching Ability: Shows consistent, soft hands in high-traffic areas, proving to be a dependable outlet for his quarterback when the play breaks down.
- Prototypical “F” Tight End Frame: Carries a solid 245-pound build with room for additional lean mass, providing him the structural foundation to operate as an effective hybrid target.
- High Football IQ: Demonstrates strong spatial awareness, understanding how to adjust his routes based on coverage shells and leveraging his frame to shield defenders from the ball.
Developmental Focus
As he steps into a larger role for his 2026 sophomore season, Marshall’s development will focus on becoming a dominant, consistent in-line blocker capable of anchoring against Power 4 defensive ends.
While his receiving production is promising, rounding out his game with more aggressive, physical run-blocking will be critical to his evaluation as a complete NFL tight end. Consistency in his blocking technique and an expansion of his route versatility will solidify his standing for the 2027 NFL Draft.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
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All-Star Game Notes
pending
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
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