Hunter Long Bio, career timeline and draft history
- Age
- 28
- Height / weight
- 6'5", 253 lb
- Experience
- 6th season
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- 0.5
- Pos rank
- TE85
- Rostered
- —
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Hunter Long Bio
Hunter Long is a tight end for the Arizona Cardinals, where he wears No. 89. Born August 19, 1998, in Exeter, NH, he attended Deerfield Academy and played college football at Boston College.
The Miami Dolphins selected Long in round 3, pick 81, of the 2021 NFL Draft. He was traded to the Los Angeles Rams on March 15, 2023. Since then, Long played for the Los Angeles Rams (2023–2024) and Jacksonville Jaguars (2025) and joined the Arizona Cardinals in 2026.
In 48 regular-season games since 2021, he has caught 21 passes for 158 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Career Timeline
4 stops with 4 teams in 6 seasons. Each block's width is the time he spent there.
What happened at each stop
Most recent first.
Arizona Cardinals Current team2026–present
He was a rotational player, playing at least a quarter of the offensive snaps in 3 of 3 games.
Jacksonville Jaguars2025
He was a rotational player, playing at least a quarter of the offensive snaps in 6 of 9 games.
Los Angeles Rams2023–2024
Acquired in a trade with the Miami Dolphins on March 15, 2023. He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 11 of 21 games.
Miami Dolphins2021–2022
Selected in round 3, pick 81, of the 2021 NFL Draft. He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 11 of 16 games.
College: Boston College
Transactions
- TradedTraded to the Arizona Cardinals.
- SignedSigned a two-year contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- Placed on IRPlaced on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Rams.
- ActivatedActivated by the Los Angeles Rams.
- Placed on IRPlaced on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Rams.
- Placed on IRPlaced on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Rams.
- TradedTraded by the Miami Dolphins to the Los Angeles Rams for CB Jalen Ramsey.
- SignedSigned his four-year rookie contract with the Miami Dolphins.
- DraftedSelected by the Miami Dolphins in round 3, pick 81.
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About Hunter Long: Bio FAQ
How old is Hunter Long?
Hunter Long is 28 years old. He was born on August 19, 1998. 2026 is his 6th NFL season.
How tall is Hunter Long?
Hunter Long is 6 feet 5 inches tall (6'5"), listed at 253 pounds, and plays tight end for the Arizona Cardinals.
How much does Hunter Long weigh?
Hunter Long weighs 253 pounds, his listed weight on the Arizona Cardinals roster. He is listed at 6'5".
What number does Hunter Long wear?
Hunter Long wears number 89 for the Arizona Cardinals. He plays tight end.
What position does Hunter Long play?
Hunter Long plays tight end for the Arizona Cardinals, wearing number 89. 2026 is his 6th season in the NFL.
What team does Hunter Long play for?
Hunter Long plays for the Arizona Cardinals as a tight end. He has been with the Cardinals since 2026.
Where did Hunter Long go to college?
Hunter Long played college football at Boston College, after attending Deerfield Academy (MA).
Where is Hunter Long from?
Hunter Long went to high school in Massachusetts, at Deerfield Academy, before playing college football at Boston College.
When is Hunter Long's birthday?
Hunter Long's birthday is August 19. He was born on August 19, 1998 and is 28 years old.
How long has Hunter Long been in the NFL?
2026 is Hunter Long's 6th NFL season; he entered the league in 2021. View his career statistics.
What teams has Hunter Long played for?
Hunter Long has played for the Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona Cardinals. View his career statistics.
What year did Hunter Long enter the NFL?
Hunter Long entered the NFL in 2021. 2026 is his 6th season.