Tyler Conklin, a well-known tight end in American football, has been establishing himself in the National Football League (NFL). He currently plays for the New York Jets and previously played for the Central Michigan college team. The Vikings chose him in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
Tyler Conklin Bio Details
Full name: Tyler Conklin
Occupation: American Football Player
Birthdate: July 30, 1995
Place of birth: Chesterfield Township, United States
Birth sign: Leo
Age: 29 years old (2024)
Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.9 m)
Weight: 254 lbs (115 kgs)
College: Central Michigan University
Draft: 2018
Marital status: Married
Early Years
During his time in high school, Conklin was a notable athlete at L’Anse Creuse North High School. He excelled in both football as a wide receiver and basketball as a combo guard.
In his third year, he led his basketball team to the Class A Final Four, where he scored 22 points in their 59-46 defeat against eventual state champions, Saginaw High.
Following his high school graduation, Conklin received a full basketball scholarship to Northwood University. He completed one semester and participated in seven games, with an average of 2.6 rebounds, 1.9 points, and 1.4 assists per game.
However, in the middle of his first year, he decided to transfer to Central Michigan University and joined the football team as a walk-on.
From 2015 to 2017, Tyler Conklin was a member of the Central Michigan University football team. During his first year, he made six catches for 95 yards. The following year, he played in every game and started in 11 of them.
On the team, he ranked third in both receptions (42) and receiving yards (560), and he also scored six touchdowns, placing him second on the team in that category.
During the 2017 season, Tyler Conklin’s participation in seven games included starting in five of them. As a team leader, he received recognition as Third Team All-MAC and was named to the John Mackey Preseason Watch List.
Additionally, he has been selected to play in the Senior Bowl. Throughout his appearances, Conklin made 28 receptions, accumulated 406 yards, and scored five touchdowns.
NFL Career
In the 2018 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings selected Conklin in the fifth round (157th overall). Following this, on May 5, 2018, the team signed Conklin to a four-year deal.
After his rookie year, Conklin was placed on the Jets’ depth chart. He stepped in for injured Irv Smith Jr., catching two passes for 13 yards in Sunday’s 11-6 loss to the Dolphins.
During the 2017 NFL Combine, Conklin’s performance was impressive as he placed second among all tight ends in the vertical jump, fourth in the broad jump, and fifth in the three-cone exercise. However, he came in ninth place in the 40-yard run.
In the 2018 NFL Draft, Conklin was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the fifth round as the 157th overall pick. During his NFL debut in the Vikings’ first game of the season against their rivals, the San Francisco 49ers, he only managed to make one reception for six yards.
The New York Jets and Conklin agreed to a three-year deal worth $21 million on March 18, 2022.
Personal Life
In July 2022, Tyler Conklin, the ex-tight end for the Minnesota Vikings, exchanged engagement vows in an intimate ceremony. Sources say that he and his partner of many years, Scottie Falk, share a passion for canines and value their privacy. They are proud owners of two Siberian Huskies.
Salary & Net Worth
Tyler Conklin has agreed to a contract worth $20,250,000 over three years with the New York Jets. This contract includes a signing bonus of $5,065,000, $10,000,000 in guaranteed money, and an average annual salary of $6,750,000.
In 2023, Conklin received a base salary of $6,100,000 and a roster bonus of $650,000. He will also have a cap hit of $8,438,333 and a dead cap value of $7,276,668.
