Marlin Klein

Tight End · 2026 NFL Draft class · Michigan

Age

Experience

Rookie

Size

6'6" · 250 lb

College

Michigan

Marlin Klein 2026 Outlook

Marlin Klein was selected in round 2 with the 59th overall pick by the Houston Texans in the 2026 NFL Draft. He is projected for a rotational role with week-to-week fantasy viability. Coming out of Michigan, Marlin Klein projects as a long-term piece of the Houston Texans offense. DraftCall will track Marlin Klein's weekly production the moment the 2026 NFL season begins.

›Round 2 (59th overall) by Houston
›Tough blocker with TE2 ceiling per NFL.com; 6 foot 6, 250 pound frame fits inline work
›Houston TE room is unsettled, opening a route to snaps; streaming-tier fantasy ceiling at best

Marlin Klein Rookie FAQ

Is Marlin Klein a fantasy sleeper for 2026?▾

Marlin Klein was drafted by the Houston Texans in round 2 with the 59th overall pick. Rookie fantasy value depends on opportunity, which is determined by depth chart role and team scheme. Monitor offseason reports to track Marlin Klein's path to a starting opportunity.

Where did Marlin Klein get drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft?▾

Marlin Klein was selected with the 59th overall pick in round 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Houston Texans.

What position does Marlin Klein play?▾

Marlin Klein plays tight end and played college football at Michigan.

Veterans on the Houston Texans

The veterans Marlin Klein steps in alongside. Depth chart context shapes the rookie outlook more than any combine number.

QB · #23

C.J. Stroud

14.9 PPG · Bye W6

WR · #10

Nico Collins

12.7 PPG · Bye W6

QB · #36

Davis Mills

11.4 PPG · Bye W6

RB · #36

Woody Marks

8.3 PPG · Bye W6

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