Caden Reed Prieskorn (born September 21, 1999) is an American professional

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for the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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and the Memphis Tigers.

Early life

Prieskorn attended Orchard Lake St. Mary’s High School in Orchard Lake Village, Michigan, where he played as a

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. As a junior, he led Orchard Lake to a state title, throwing for 200 yards and two touchdowns in the championship game. Following his time at Orchard Lake, Prieskorn enrolled at

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as a

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before walking on at the

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College career

Memphis

Upon arriving at Memphis, Prieskorn switched positions from quarterback to tight end. After redshirting in

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and playing sparingly the next two seasons, Prieskorn's production increased in

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, recording 15 receptions and four touchdowns through the first four games. He finished the season tallying 48 receptions for 602 yards and seven touchdowns and was named a semifinalist for the John Mackey Award. Despite initial reports that Prieskorn would return to Memphis the following season, he entered the transfer portal.

Ole Miss

On January 9, 2023, Prieskorn announced that he would be transferring to the

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to play for the

. In his first season at Ole Miss, he recorded 20 receptions for 313 yards and two touchdowns. In the 2023 Peach Bowl, Prieskorn caught ten passes for a career-high 136 yards and two touchdowns, being named the game's Offensive MVP.

Statistics

Professional career

Detroit Lions

Prieskorn signed with the

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as an

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on May 9, 2025. He was waived on May 12.

Denver Broncos

On June 3, 2025, Prieskorn signed with the

References

External links

Denver Broncos bioOle Miss Rebels bioMemphis Tigers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Prieskorn, Caden 1999 births Living people Players of American football from Michigan American football tight ends University of Memphis alumni Memphis Tigers football players Ole Miss Rebels football players Detroit Lions players Denver Broncos players