Payne Durham is a tight end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who took him 171st overall in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Purdue. In 2025 he posted 11 receiving yards — 106th among TEs — over 17 games. Born June 15, 2000, he is in his 4th season in the league.
Frequently asked questions
How did Payne Durham perform in Week 3 of 2026?
Durham caught 0 of 1 targets for 0 yards in Tampa Bay's 23–16 loss to Minnesota.
What were Payne Durham's stats last season (2025)?
In 2025 he caught 1 of 4 targets for 11 yards (106th among TEs) and 0 touchdowns across 17 games — 0.6 yards per game.
How many receiving yards does Payne Durham average?
He averaged 0.6 receiving yards per game in 2025 and 9.0 over his last 7 games.
Is Payne Durham injured?
No — he is active and not on the current injury report.
How old is Payne Durham?
Payne Durham is 26 years old — he was born on June 15, 2000.
What position does Payne Durham play?
Payne Durham is a tight end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and wears No. 87.
Where did Payne Durham go to college?
Payne Durham played college football at Purdue.
When was Payne Durham drafted?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted Payne Durham 171st overall in the 2023 NFL Draft.