NFL Draft Profile: Noah Gindorff, Tight End, NDSU Bison
Noah Gindorff
NDSU Bison
#87
Pos: TE
Ht: 6055
Wt: 263
Hand: 1000
Arm: 3318
Wing: 8028
40: 4.75
DOB: 2/12/1999
Hometown: Crosby, MN
High School: Crosby-Ironton
Eligibility: 2023
One-Liner:
A Y-tight end that produces devastating blocks in the run game.
Evaluation:
Good length, with an overall structure reminiscent of an NFL tight end. Mainly plays in-line as a traditional Y. A terrific blocker that can hold the point of attack against edge defenders, engage with second-level linebackers, and crack tertiary-level defensive backs. Makes contested catches with his hands and uses his body to wall off tacklers. Route tree is largely limited to routes around the line of scrimmage. Doesn't vary much outside of flat routes, shallow crossers, and sit routes. Not an explosive athlete and doesn't present much of a threat to stretch the seam or create separation down the boundary. Gindorff does a tremendous job in the Bison's heavy personnel scheme. His ability to block all three levels of defenders is notable. However, his pass-game utility is largely limited to underneath routes. The minimal amount of downfield targets or targets, in general, make his projection as a pass catcher rather murky. An unfortunate season-ending injury has ended his career at NDSU but he may continue to pursue his NFL aspirations after rehab.
Grade:
UDFA
Quotes:
Gindorff is 6'6 275 and excels as a blocker and in the red zone. In his career, he's caught 38 passes for 448 yards and 11 Touchdowns averaging 11.8 yards per catch.
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Background:
Originally from Crosby, Minnesota. Played 4 years at Crosby-Ironton High School. Ranked as a three-star recruit by 247Sports coming out of high school. Attended North Dakota State University. Redshirted first season with the team. As a freshman, mainly contributed on special teams. Drastically improved every year while in college. As a sophomore, played in every game and started 8 games at tight end. Caught 6 touchdowns, which was tied for team lead. As a junior, played in every game and was the team's third leading receiver. Also significantly contributed to blocking in a dominant rushing offense. Named to the second team All-Missouri Valley Football Conference. During senior season, started the first 12 games before getting injured and ruled out for the year. Used extra year; however, only played in the first three games. Declared for 2023 NFL Draft, projected to be an undrafted free agent.
