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George Burhenn stats, 2026

Purdue (3–4, Big Ten). Tight end. 2026 season, games through Oct 24, 2026.

George Burhenn is a tight end for Purdue (3–4). Among receivers and tight ends this season he's 204th in yards per catch (14.6), 248th in receiving TDs (2), 488th in explosive catches (16+ yards) (3), in 6 games. This week: Purdue at Penn State.

Receiving yards131532nd of 682 receivers and tight ends
Catches9612th of 682 receivers and tight ends
Yards per catch14.6204th of 675 receivers and tight ends
Receiving TDs2248th of 506 receivers and tight ends

Bio

Who is George Burhenn?

Position
Tight end
Class
Junior
Height
6-5
Weight
245 pounds
Number
No. 81
Hometown
McCordsville, IN
High school
Mt. Vernon (Mount Vernon, IN)
Recruiting
3-star, No. 810 in the 2023 class

From the 2026 roster, the 247Sports recruiting composite and the transfer portal, all via CollegeFootballData.com.

The season

George Burhenn's receiving stats

He's 204th of 675 receivers and tight ends in yards per catch (14.6) and 248th of 506 receivers and tight ends in receiving TDs (2).

StatSeasonNational rank
Receiving yards131532nd of 682
Catches9612th of 682
Yards per catch14.6204th of 675
Receiving TDs2248th of 506

The season

George Burhenn's receiving efficiency and big plays

He's 488th of 657 receivers and tight ends in explosive catches (16+ yards) (3).

StatSeasonNational rank
Explosive catches (16+ yards)3488th of 657

Ranks are among every FBS receivers and tight end with the stat this season. Rates need a minimum sample (50 dropbacks for passing rates, 20 carries, 8 catches). From the play-by-play.

Career

George Burhenn's career stats

SeasonTeamCatchesRec ydsYds/catchRec TDRush yds
2023Purdue57414.81—
2024Purdue133.00—
2025Purdue99410.40—
2026Purdue913114.620
Career2430212.630

Past seasons (back to 2022) from CollegeFootballData.com; 2026 from the play-by-play, games through Oct 24, 2026.

Advanced

George Burhenn's advanced stats by season

SeasonTeamEPA/playPass EPA/playExplosive catchesTotal EPAUsage
2023Purdue+1.80+1.80—9.06%
2025Purdue+0.73+0.73—6.65%
2026Purdue+0.93+0.9333.3%12.13%

EPA per play is the expected points a player adds on each of his plays (0 is average; glossary). Success means the play stayed on schedule: half the yards to go on first down, 70% on second, all of them on third or fourth. Explosive means a run of 12+ yards or a completion of 16+, as a share of his throws, carries or catches. Usage is the share of his team's plays that went to him. EPA and usage leave out garbage time; success and explosive rates count every play. From CollegeFootballData.com and cfbfastR.

Game log

George Burhenn's game log, 2026

WeekOpponentResultReceiving yardsCatchesReceiving TDsExplosive catches (16+ yards)
1vs. Indiana StateW 44–1943202
2vs. Wake ForestL 36–3817200
3at UCLAL 38–5230111
5at IllinoisW 24–178100
6vs. MinnesotaW 41–1322210
7vs. WashingtonL 26–3811100

FAQ

Questions about George Burhenn

What position does George Burhenn play?

George Burhenn plays tight end for Purdue, which is 3–4 this season.

Where is George Burhenn from, and what year is he?

George Burhenn is a junior tight end for Purdue, listed at 6-5 and 245 pounds, from McCordsville, IN.

How tall is George Burhenn, and how much does he weigh?

George Burhenn is listed at 6-5 and 245 pounds on Purdue's 2026 roster.

What year is George Burhenn?

George Burhenn is a junior, from the 2023 recruiting class.

What are George Burhenn's career stats?

Over 4 seasons (2023–2026), George Burhenn has 24 catches for 302 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Who does George Burhenn play for?

Purdue (3–4, Big Ten), where he plays tight end and wears No. 81.

Is George Burhenn eligible for the NFL Draft?

Yes. Players can enter the NFL Draft three years after high school, and George Burhenn was in the 2023 class, so he's eligible for the 2027 draft.

How did George Burhenn play in his last game?

Week 7 vs. Washington: 11 receiving yards, 1 catch. Purdue lost 26–38.

Where did George Burhenn go to high school?

Mt. Vernon (Mount Vernon, IN). He was a 3-star recruit, No. 810 in the 2023 class.

What are George Burhenn's stats this season?

131 receiving yards, 9 catches, 14.6 yards per catch, 2 receiving TDs, 3 explosive catches (16+ yards) in 6 games, through Oct 24, 2026.

How does George Burhenn rank nationally?

Among FBS receivers and tight ends: 204th of 675 in yards per catch, 248th of 506 in receiving TDs, 488th of 657 in explosive catches (16+ yards).

When does George Burhenn play next?

Purdue visits Penn State Sat, Oct 31, 4:15 PM ET on BTN. The numbers' pick: Penn State.

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