Overview
- Arroyo drew attention after Saturday's padded practice when he caught multiple touchdown passes during one-on-ones and scored again in team periods, prompting media to label him a top camp performer.
- New offensive coordinator Brian Fleury, who spent four seasons coaching 49ers tight ends, has said he will use tight ends more and camp reps suggest he is testing that approach with Arroyo.
- Camp highlights reported by ESPN and The News Tribune included a high-point fade, a toe-tapper in the back of the end zone, a downfield score from Sam Darnold, and a long reception from Jalen Milroe.
- Arroyo was a second-day pick in 2025 who totaled 15 receptions in 13 games as a rookie, so his expanded role would represent a significant jump from limited targets last season.
- Any true breakout will depend on regular-season game snaps because Arroyo still competes behind established receivers and starter AJ Barner and would likely see work in two-tight-end (12-personnel) packages if given a larger role.