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Summary: Matthew Hibner is a tight end who entered the NFL in 2026 with the Baltimore Ravens after playing college football at SMU and Michigan. He was drafted in the 4th round (133rd overall) in 2026.
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Recent coverage highlights:
- NFL and team outlets described Hibner as a developmental tight end with good size (about 6'5", 252 lbs) and coaching-friendly traits, though with limited college production and questions about blocking. He’s expected to compete for a depth/flex role and contribute on special teams.
- Pre-draft/Combine notes highlighted his straight-line speed (4.57-second 40) and versatility to line up in multiple tight end roles, which could help him earn playing time in Baltimore’s offense and special-teams units.
- Early 2026 reporting from major outlets confirmed his selection by the Ravens in the 4th round and noted the team’s interest in his versatility in multi-tight-end looks.
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What to watch next:
- Training camp and preseason performance will determine his immediate role—whether as a blocker/special-teams contributor or as a versatile receiving option behind Mark Andrews and other tight ends.
- Any early-season depth chart moves or injuries around the Ravens’ tight end group could affect Hibner’s opportunities.
If you’d like, I can pull a quick, source-listed timeline of Hibner’s key college-to-NFL milestones or compile a short digest of expert opinions from a few outlets.