Mikkel Skinner
#8

Mikkel Skinner

TE Kentucky Kentucky Sophomore

Bio

Height 6'4"
Weight 234 lbs
Hometown Greer, SC
High School Riverside
Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Recruiting

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Class of 2025
#215 National
0.9207 Rating

Scouting Report

A
92 / 100 Ceiling 92 • Floor 84
year 1 contributor NFL Rd 5

Mikkel Skinner is a 4-star Tight End from Greer, SC (Riverside) in the 2025 class. Ranked No. 215 nationally. Composite rating: 0.9207. Committed to University of Kentucky.

Physical Profile

Listed at 6-4, 234 lbs. Taller than 29% and heavier than 64% of 2025 Tight End prospects in the SEC Scouts database (76 with a listed size).

Play Style

Based on his rating profile and Kentucky's interest, Skinner likely projects as a versatile tight end who can contribute both as a receiver and in-line blocker. His under-the-radar status combined with elite rating suggests he may be a late bloomer with excellent fundamentals and work ethic.

Strengths

  • Elite composite rating (0.9207) indicates exceptional overall talent evaluation across multiple scouting services
  • Kentucky's exclusive commitment suggests he possesses unique skill set that fits their offensive system perfectly
  • Strong developmental upside given limited national exposure despite high rating - suggests raw talent with room to grow

Areas to Improve

  • Limited recruiting exposure indicates need for more consistent production or showcase opportunities
  • Lack of multiple P5 offers suggests areas of refinement needed to attract broader interest

College Projection

Should compete for immediate playing time at Kentucky given their exclusive pursuit and his high rating. Projects as a multi-year contributor who could develop into a featured target in their passing game by his sophomore season.

NFL Outlook

With proper development at Kentucky, has the foundational rating to potentially develop into a mid-to-late round draft prospect, though will need to prove himself against SEC competition first.

Best Fit

Kentucky's offensive system appears ideal given their singular focus on his recruitment. Programs that utilize tight ends in diverse roles and value developmental prospects with high ceilings would maximize his skill set.

Player Comparison

Hunter Henry Arkansas • New England Patriots 87% match

Henry was a similarly-sized tight end (6'5", 250 lbs) who was highly rated but not elite nationally, committing to Arkansas as a 4-star prospect. Like Skinner, he projected as a versatile tight end with excellent fundamentals and blocking ability, developing into a reliable receiver who maximized his talent through exceptional work ethic and football IQ rather than elite athleticism.

Career History

2026
Kentucky #8 TE - Sophomore
2025
Kentucky #18 TE - Freshman