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Charlie Kolar (born February 10, 1999) is an American professional football tight end for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Iowa State Cyclones.

Key Information

Early life

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Kolar grew up in Norman, Oklahoma and attended Norman North High School in the city, where he played football and basketball. As a junior he caught 52 passes for 920 yards and 13 touchdowns.[1] He was named first-team All-State as a senior after recording 66 receptions for 1,240 yards and 12 touchdowns. He was a basketball teammate of NBA All-Star Trae Young at Norman North.[2] Kolar committed to play college football at Iowa State University in Ames going into his senior year over offers from Air Force Academy, Army (U.S. Military Academy) and Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, Texas. He chose Iowa State despite a late recruiting push from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater.[3][4]

College career

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Kolar redshirted for his true freshman season.[5] As a redshirt freshman, he played in all 13 of Iowa State's games and finished the season with 11 receptions for 137 yards and three touchdowns and was named second-team All-Big 12 Conference by the league's coaches.[6] Kolar caught 51 passes for 697 yards and seven touchdowns as a redshirt sophomore and was named first-team All-Big 12.[7][8] Following the end of the season he considered entering the 2020 NFL draft, but opted to return for his redshirt junior season.[9] Kolar was named first-team All-Big 12 for a second straight season after finishing his redshirt junior year with 44 receptions for 591 yards and a team-high seven touchdown receptions.[10] Kolar graduated from Iowa State in the fall of 2020 with a 3.99 cumulative GPA in mechanical engineering,[11] and in 2021, he was awarded with the William V. Campbell Trophy, known as the "academic Heisman".[12]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 6+1⁄2 in
(1.99 m) 		252 lb
(114 kg) 		34+1⁄2 in
(0.88 m) 		10 in
(0.25 m)		 4.62 s 1.66 s 2.72 s 4.30 s 7.00 s 35.5 in
(0.90 m)		 10 ft 0 in
(3.05 m)		 13 reps
All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day[13][14]

2022 season

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Kolar was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth round, 128th overall, of the 2022 NFL draft.[15] He was placed on injured reserve on August 31, 2022.[16] He was activated on November 8.

Kolar made his NFL debut in Week 17 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but played in only two snaps. In Week 18 against the Cincinnati Bengals, he recorded his first career catch as part of a day in which he caught four passes for 49 yards from Anthony Brown in a 16-27 loss.[17]

2023 season

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Kolar was the third tight end on the depth chart behind Isaiah Likely and Mark Andrews. He mainly played on special teams and did not see heavy usage on offense. Andrews suffered a severe ankle injury in the Ravens' Week 11 34-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals and missed the rest of the regular season.[18] As a result, Kolar had increased playing time, recording three starts in the last six games. In Week 17 against the Miami Dolphins. He caught his first career touchdown on a 19-yard reception from Tyler Huntley in the fourth quarter of a 56-19 blowout win.[19] He finished the regular season with seven receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown.[20]

2024 season

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In a Week 12 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, Kolar broke an arm and was ruled out for at least four weeks.[21] He was activated from injured reserve on January 3, 2025, prior to the team's season finale against the Cleveland Browns.[22]

Personal life

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Kolar's older brother, John, played quarterback for Oklahoma State and as a graduate transferred to Iowa State for the 2019 season. His younger sister Katie is playing volleyball for West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia.[23][24]

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Charlie Kolar (born February 10, 1999) is an for the of the (). Standing at 6 feet 6 inches and weighing 265 pounds, Kolar was selected by the in the fourth round, 128th overall, of the after a standout college career at . At Iowa State, Kolar played from 2018 to 2021, emerging as one of the 's top tight ends with consistent production across four seasons. He amassed 168 receptions for 2,181 receiving yards and 23 touchdowns, the all-time Iowa State records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns among tight ends. In 2021, his senior year, Kolar started 11 of 12 games and led all Big 12 tight ends with 62 receptions for 756 yards and six touchdowns, earning recognition as a versatile receiving threat. Since entering the , Kolar has developed into a reliable depth player and special teams contributor for , appearing in 39 games through the 2025 season with 27 receptions for 355 yards and four touchdowns (as of November 15, 2025). His touchdowns have come across multiple seasons, including one each in 2023 and 2024, and two in the 2025 season so far, including a 10-yard score against the . In 2024, he started three of 13 games, showcasing growth in his blocking and route-running skills within Baltimore's rotation.

Early life

Upbringing and family

Charlie Kolar was born on February 10, 1999, in . He grew up in the city, where his family resided and instilled a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and athletic pursuits. Kolar's parents, Randall and Maria Kolar, were professors at the during his childhood; his father served as head of the hydrodynamic modeling group in the School of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science, while his mother taught and writing at the OU College of Law. As one of five siblings, Kolar was surrounded by a competitive athletic environment that fueled his early exposure to , particularly football. His older brother, John Kolar, played quarterback at before transferring to Iowa State for graduate studies. His younger sister, Katie, competed as a setter on the team at , and his younger brothers, Ben and Sam, also engaged in sports; Ben, in particular, has followed in the family tradition as a at Norman North High School. The blend of his parents' academic rigor and the siblings' shared passion for athletics shaped Kolar's development, encouraging discipline and a drive for excellence in both scholarly and physical endeavors. This family dynamic in provided Kolar with an early foundation in football, where the influence of his brother's role sparked his initial interest in the sport before he gravitated toward the position.

High school career

Charlie Kolar attended Norman North High School in , from 2013 to 2017. As a multi-sport , he participated in football and , demonstrating his athletic versatility. In football, Kolar initially aspired to play during his freshman year but switched to to meet team needs. He primarily played as a and , excelling in the passing game. During his junior season in 2015, he recorded 52 receptions for 920 yards and 13 touchdowns. As a senior in 2016, Kolar contributed 66 receptions for 1,240 yards and 12 touchdowns, earning first-team All-State honors and helping lead Norman North to the Class 6A state championship game. Kolar also played basketball at Norman North, where he was a teammate of future NBA All-Star and helped the team reach the Class 6A state championship game. His recruitment drew attention from several programs, including offers from Oklahoma State, , , and . Despite a late offer from Oklahoma State, he committed to Iowa State on June 24, 2016.

College career

Iowa State career

Kolar redshirted his freshman season in 2017, preserving a year of eligibility while adjusting to college football. As a redshirt freshman in 2018, he appeared in all 13 games with limited snaps, starting three, and recorded 11 receptions for 137 yards and three touchdowns, earning second-team All-Big 12 honors as the Cyclones' emerging tight end option. Kolar broke out as a in 2019, securing the starting role and leading all Big 12 tight ends with 51 receptions for 697 yards and a team-high seven touchdowns over 13 games, which earned him first-team All-Big 12 recognition. The 2020 season, shortened by the with Iowa State playing 11 games, saw Kolar maintain his productivity with 44 receptions for 591 yards and seven touchdowns, again earning first-team All-Big 12 honors as one of the conference's top tight ends. In his senior year of 2021, serving as team captain, Kolar led the Big 12 tight ends for the third straight season with 62 receptions for 756 yards and six across 12 games, capping his college career with unanimous first-team All-Big 12 selection. Over four active seasons, Kolar totaled 168 receptions for 2,181 yards and 23 in 49 games, evolving from a rotational player to Iowa State's all-time leader among tight ends in career receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches. Entering the , Kolar stood at 6 feet 6½ inches tall, weighed 252 pounds, and clocked a 4.62-second at State's pro day.

Academic honors

Charlie Kolar graduated summa cum laude with a in from in December 2020, achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.99. This accomplishment highlighted his ability to manage the demanding curriculum of , which includes advanced coursework in , , and design principles, alongside his commitments as a Division I football player. Kolar became the first three-time First-Team Academic All-American in Iowa State history, earning the honor in 2019, 2020, and 2021 through the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). In 2021, he was named the CoSIDA Academic All-America Football Player of the Year, recognizing his exceptional balance of athletic and scholarly excellence. Additionally, Kolar received the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy in 2021, awarded by the National Football Foundation as the top scholar-athlete in college football, often called the "Academic Heisman." Following his undergraduate studies, Kolar pursued a post-graduate degree in finance at Iowa State, continuing his academic pursuits into his professional football career with the . His academic honors were complemented by athletic recognition, as he became the first and only three-time All-American in Iowa State football history, underscoring the integration of his scholarly and on-field achievements.

Professional career

2022 NFL draft

Kolar participated in the 2022 , representing the National Team and using the all-star game to demonstrate his blocking prowess and overall skill set to scouts. His performance at the event, combined with his college production and exceptional academics—including winning the 2021 as college football's top scholar-athlete—positioned him as a projected mid-round draft pick. Analysts praised his in-line blocking ability, physicality at 6-foot-6 and 260 pounds, and intelligence, though noted concerns about his speed and route-running explosiveness. The selected Kolar in the fourth round, 128th overall, of the , adding him to a group led by Pro Bowl receiver Mark Andrews and veteran blocker , who had been hampered by injuries in recent years. The team viewed Kolar as a developmental piece who could grow into a versatile blocker behind Boyle while learning from Andrews' receiving routes, especially after drafting another , Isaiah , earlier in the same round to bolster depth. His selection aligned with the ' emphasis on smart, tough players capable of contributing in multiple facets of the offense. Following the draft, Kolar signed a four-year contract worth $4,364,884, fully guaranteed at $704,884, which included a $704,884 . In rookie minicamp, he made several nice catches and showed accountability by performing pushups after drops, earning praise for his football IQ and potential as a smart, versatile . Early impressions highlighted his toughness and blocking effort, though a foot injury sidelined him for much of the preseason, limiting immediate evaluations.

2022 season

Kolar began his rookie season on injured reserve after undergoing for a sports on August 31, 2022, missing the first 16 weeks of the regular season. He was activated from injured reserve on November 8, 2022, but saw limited action initially as he adjusted to the physical demands and speed of play. As the third behind starters Mark Andrews and fellow rookie , Kolar's primary contributions came on special teams and in blocking roles, where his 6-foot-6 frame and college-honed technique provided support in run blocking and pass protection. Kolar made his NFL debut in Week 17 against the on January 1, 2023, logging just two offensive snaps with no statistics recorded. In the regular-season finale the following week against the , he received his first significant playing time, catching four passes for 49 yards on six targets—his first NFL receptions—while helping the Ravens secure a playoff berth. Over the 2022 regular season, Kolar appeared in two games without a start, finishing with four receptions for 49 yards and no touchdowns. Despite the injury setback and minimal offensive snaps (28 total), he remained on the active roster throughout the year, demonstrating resilience in adapting to professional . Kolar did not dress for the ' Wild Card playoff loss to the Bengals on January 15, 2023, listed among the inactives alongside quarterback . His campaign underscored a developmental focus on special teams versatility and inline blocking, setting the foundation for expanded opportunities in subsequent seasons.

2023 season

In the 2023 season, Charlie Kolar emerged from a limited year into a more prominent backup role for the , particularly after star Mark Andrews suffered a season-ending ankle injury in Week 11 against the . As the third behind , Kolar saw increased offensive snaps in the final six regular-season games, starting three of them and contributing both as a receiver and blocker to help stabilize the position group. Kolar appeared in 15 regular-season games, recording 7 receptions for 87 yards and 1 on 9 targets, with an average of 12.4 yards per catch. His most notable contribution came in Week 17, a 56-19 victory over the , where he hauled in a 19-yard reception—his first score—late in the blowout to cap a dominant performance by the Ravens' offense. Overall, Kolar logged 230 offensive snaps (23% of team total) and 378 special teams snaps (59%), showcasing versatility in a depth role amid the team's push for the AFC's top seed. Kolar's postseason involvement was minimal but included appearances in the Ravens' two playoff games. In the Divisional Round win over the Texans, he caught 1 pass for 4 yards, while he played but had no receptions in the AFC Championship loss to the .

2024 season

In the , Charlie Kolar served as a key depth for the , appearing in 13 games with three starts while recording nine receptions on 11 targets for 131 receiving yards and one touchdown. His role emphasized blocking duties, where he provided crucial support in the run game for , playing 251 offensive snaps overall (29% snap share). Kolar's improvements as a blocker were highlighted by coaches and analysts, earning him expanded opportunities in the tight end rotation behind starters Mark Andrews and . Kolar saw increased snaps in several key matchups, particularly during divisional games against rivals, where he contributed to ' strong performance in the conference. A standout effort came in the October 6 win over the , where he hauled in three catches for a career-high 64 yards—including a 55-yard reception and a 2-yard —while receiving the highest offensive grade among players at 91.4 for his combined blocking and receiving impact. Across five divisional contests, he totaled five receptions for 77 yards and his lone of the season, aiding Baltimore's victories in high-stakes rivalry games. Kolar avoided major long-term setbacks until a broken arm suffered in Week 12 against the , which sidelined him for four games before he returned for Week 17. He then fully participated in the postseason, appearing in two playoff games including the AFC Divisional round loss to the . By season's end, Kolar had established himself as a dependable depth option in the Ravens' offense, blending physical blocking with occasional receiving threats to support the team's balanced attack.

2025 season

In the 2025 NFL season, Charlie Kolar has emerged as a key contributor for the ' tight end group, appearing in 10 games with four starts through Week 10 (as of November 15, 2025). His receiving stats include seven receptions for 88 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 12.6 yards per catch with a longest reception of 23 yards. Kolar scored his first touchdown of the season on a 10-yard reception during the Ravens' Week 7 victory over the . In Week 8 at , he added two catches for 23 yards, including his second touchdown, in a win against the Dolphins. In Week 9 at , he had one catch for 23 yards. These performances mark a recent hot streak, with both touchdowns coming in Weeks 7 and 8. Kolar appeared in Week 10 against the Minnesota Vikings, logging snaps but no receptions. The increased stems from Isaiah Likely's foot injury sustained in , which sidelined him for the first three games and opened more receiving opportunities for Kolar alongside Mark Andrews. With Likely returning in Week 4, Kolar has maintained contributions in a rotational . Primarily known for his blocking, Kolar has excelled in run support, helping bolster ' ground game while providing reliability in the passing attack. Within Baltimore's strong tight end unit—featuring Andrews and a returning Likely—Kolar's contributions have added depth and versatility, positioning him as a potential factor in the postseason if his trends continue. This season represents an evolution from his prior years as a rotational depth player.

Personal life

Family ties

Charlie Kolar maintains a close relationship with his parents, Randall and Maria Kolar, who continue to provide academic and life guidance as he navigates his professional football career. Randall Kolar serves as director of the School of and at the , where he bikes to work daily at age 65, exemplifying discipline and resilience that he has passed on to his son. Maria Kolar, a graduate and professor of at School of Law, emphasized education alongside athletics during Kolar's upbringing, influencing his decision to pursue a postgraduate degree in finance after earning a degree from with a 3.99 GPA. Their academic backgrounds have reinforced Kolar's commitment to long-term planning beyond football, particularly given the sport's injury risks. Kolar shares strong bonds with his siblings, drawing football insights from his older brother John, a former quarterback at Oklahoma State who transferred to Iowa State in 2019 to play alongside him and now works as a high school teacher and coach. He takes pride in his younger sister Katie's achievements as a for the Cal State Northridge team, reflecting the family's athletic ethos. Kolar also mentors his younger brothers, Ben and Sam, in sports and ; Ben, a high school junior at Norman North, has received scholarship offers from top programs including Iowa State, while Sam serves as a in after scoring a perfect 36 on the ACT. The Kolar family's emphasis on toughness and unselfishness, instilled by his parents, has provided emotional support during professional challenges, such as adapting from a college receiving role to an blocking . Kolar often cites and as core priorities in his adult life, sustaining these ties amid his career.

Engagement

Charlie Kolar has been in a long-term relationship with Madie Mealey since approximately 2021, having both attended for their undergraduate studies. Mealey, a certified , graduated from Des Moines University's Physician Assistant Program in 2024 and currently practices at MercyOne in . In April 2025, Kolar proposed to Mealey, celebrating the milestone with an shortly before the start of the season, marking their entry into 2025 as an engaged couple. The proposal highlighted their commitment after years together, with the couple sharing the news publicly. Mealey frequently supports Kolar at games, and their shared activities—ranging from travels to everyday moments—are often featured in posts that reflect their close partnership. Her career in healthcare provides a complementary balance to Kolar's demanding schedule and academic interests, as the pair focuses on building a future together in without mention of children.

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