Football Bio –
Kolar became one of the most decorated tight ends in Iowa State history, earning multiple All-Big 12 and All-America honors while combining receiving production with high-level academics. Baltimore selected him in Round 4 in 2022. He developed into a reliable NFL blocker and complementary receiver before joining Los Angeles. 2026 context: Kolar is expected to play a significant role as a blocker and complementary receiver in a deep tight end room.
HEIGHT
6' 6"
WEIGHT
250
EXPERIENCE
5 yrs
COLLEGE
Iowa State
2026 Outlook
Kolar opens the season atop the tight end depth chart and should be heavily involved as a blocker in McDaniel's run-oriented concepts. The Chargers also believe he can earn more receiving opportunities within a three-tight-end rotation.
Career Highlights
Kolar was a decorated tight end at Iowa State, earning multiple All-Big 12 and All-America honors while becoming one of the most productive tight ends in school history. He entered the NFL as a 2022 fourth-round pick and built a reputation as a reliable blocker and complementary receiver before joining the Chargers.
Personal Life
Kolar was born and raised in Norman, Oklahoma, in an athletic family. His older brother John played quarterback at Oklahoma State before joining Charlie at Iowa State as a graduate transfer, while his younger sister Katie played volleyball at West Virginia. Kolar is married to longtime partner Madie Mealey, a physician assistant, and he has maintained strong ties to family and academics throughout his football career.