NFL

Cole Kmet

Chicago Bears#85TE

Born
3/10/1999
College
Notre Dame

NFL performance trends

2026 regular season · 1 recorded appearances. Latest: 2026-09-13.

Receiving yards

35.0 avg · last 1 observed

2026-09-13 vs CAR: 35 35CAR

Season avg: 35.0 · Home: — (0) · Away: 35.0 (1)

Receptions

2.0 avg · last 1 observed

2026-09-13 vs CAR: 2 2CAR

Season avg: 2.0 · Home: — (0) · Away: 2.0 (1)

Targets

3.0 avg · last 1 observed

2026-09-13 vs CAR: 3 3CAR

Season avg: 3.0 · Home: — (0) · Away: 3.0 (1)

Receiving TDs

1.0 avg · last 1 observed

2026-09-13 vs CAR: 1 1CAR

Season avg: 1.0 · Home: — (0) · Away: 1.0 (1)

View regular-season game log
2026 regular-season observations. — means not reported.
DateOpponentReceiving yardsReceptionsTargetsReceiving TDs
2026-09-13@ CAR35231

ESPN · Checked 2026-09-14. Preseason, playoffs and missing values are excluded. Historical averages are not projections. Game log source

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Cole Kmet Bio

As of September 14, 2026, Cole Kmet is a tight end for the Chicago Bears. The Bears’ official depth chart dated September 8, 2026 lists Kmet as the first-string tight end. He remains under the four-year contract extension the club announced in July 2023, which runs through the 2027 season.

Kmet played college football at Notre Dame before entering the 2020 NFL Draft as an early-entry prospect. Chicago selected him with the 43rd overall pick in the second round. He measured approximately 6-foot-5 to 6-foot-6 and was evaluated as a long, athletic tight end with strong receiving ability, physical play after the catch and developing inline-blocking skills.

At Notre Dame, Kmet became a prominent offensive contributor after returning from a broken collarbone during the 2019 season. His professional profile has centered on versatility: he can align inline, threaten the middle of the field, use his size in contested situations and contribute as a blocker. Chicago’s decision to extend him through 2027 reflects his established role in the team’s offense.

Jersey number
85
Position
TE
Birth date
3/10/1999
College
Notre Dame

Cole Kmet Questions & Answers

What position does Cole Kmet play?

Cole Kmet plays tight end for the Chicago Bears.

Where did Cole Kmet play college football?

Cole Kmet played college football at Notre Dame.

When was Cole Kmet drafted?

The Chicago Bears selected Cole Kmet in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft with the 43rd overall pick.

How tall is Cole Kmet?

Cole Kmet is listed at approximately 6-foot-5 to 6-foot-6, depending on the team or league reference.

What is Cole Kmet’s playing style?

Cole Kmet is a large, athletic tight end who can serve as a receiving threat, win contested catches and contribute as an inline blocker. Draft evaluations also noted that his blocking technique was still developing when he entered the NFL.

Which team does Cole Kmet play for in 2026?

As of September 14, 2026, Cole Kmet is listed on the Chicago Bears’ official depth chart and is under contract through the 2027 season.

What contract does Cole Kmet have with the Bears?

The Bears announced a four-year contract extension for Cole Kmet in July 2023. Reports described the agreement as a $50 million extension running through the 2027 season.