Tyler Conklin Bio, career timeline and draft history
- Age
- 31
- Height / weight
- 6'3", 245 lb
- Experience
- 9th season
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- 0.0
- Pos rank
- TE91
- Rostered
- —
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Tyler Conklin Bio
Tyler Conklin is a tight end for the Detroit Lions, where he wears No. 83. Born July 30, 1995, in Chesterfield Township, MI, he attended L'Anse Creuse North and played college football at Northwood and then Central Michigan.
The Minnesota Vikings selected Conklin in round 5, pick 157, of the 2018 NFL Draft. He was traded to the New York Jets on April 29, 2017. He was traded to the Minnesota Vikings on April 28, 2018. Since then, Conklin played for the New York Jets (2022–2024) and Los Angeles Chargers (2025) and joined the Detroit Lions in 2026.
In 104 regular-season games since 2018, he has caught 270 passes for 2,645 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Career Timeline
4 stops with 4 teams in 9 seasons. Each block's width is the time he spent there.
What happened at each stop
Most recent first.
Detroit Lions Current team2026–present
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 2 of 2 games.
Los Angeles Chargers2025
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 7 of 13 games.
New York Jets2022–2024
He was a starter, playing at least half the offensive snaps in 49 of 50 games.
Minnesota Vikings2018–2021
Selected in round 5, pick 157, of the 2018 NFL Draft. He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 32 of 64 games.
College: Northwood, Central Michigan
Transactions
- Re-signedRe-signed with the Detroit Lions.
- ReleasedReleased by the Detroit Lions.
- SignedSigned with the Detroit Lions.
- SignedAgreed to a one-year contract with the Chargers.
- SignedSigned a three-year, $21 million contract with the New York Jets.
- SignedSigned a four-year rookie contract with the Minnesota Vikings.
- SignedSigned with the Minnesota Vikings.
- TradedTraded by the New York Jets to the Minnesota Vikings for K Daniel Carlson and ILB Devante Downs.
- DraftedSelected by the Minnesota Vikings in round 5, pick 157.
- TradedTraded by the Dallas Cowboys to the New York Jets for FS Xavier Woods.
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About Tyler Conklin: Bio FAQ
How old is Tyler Conklin?
Tyler Conklin is 31 years old. He was born on July 30, 1995. 2026 is his 9th NFL season.
How tall is Tyler Conklin?
Tyler Conklin is 6 feet 3 inches tall (6'3"), listed at 245 pounds, and plays tight end for the Detroit Lions.
How much does Tyler Conklin weigh?
Tyler Conklin weighs 245 pounds, his listed weight on the Detroit Lions roster. He is listed at 6'3".
What number does Tyler Conklin wear?
Tyler Conklin wears number 83 for the Detroit Lions. He plays tight end.
What position does Tyler Conklin play?
Tyler Conklin plays tight end for the Detroit Lions, wearing number 83. 2026 is his 9th season in the NFL.
What team does Tyler Conklin play for?
Tyler Conklin plays for the Detroit Lions as a tight end. He has been with the Lions since 2026.
Where did Tyler Conklin go to college?
Tyler Conklin played college football at Central Michigan, after attending L'Anse Creuse North (MI).
Where is Tyler Conklin from?
Tyler Conklin went to high school in Michigan, at L'Anse Creuse North, before playing college football at Central Michigan.
When is Tyler Conklin's birthday?
Tyler Conklin's birthday is July 30. He was born on July 30, 1995 and is 31 years old.
How long has Tyler Conklin been in the NFL?
2026 is Tyler Conklin's 9th NFL season; he entered the league in 2018. View his career statistics.
What teams has Tyler Conklin played for?
Tyler Conklin has played for the Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions. View his career statistics.
What year did Tyler Conklin enter the NFL?
Tyler Conklin entered the NFL in 2018. 2026 is his 9th season.