The term 'Tight End' is used in American football to describe a position on the offensive line. The Tight End is usually positioned between the offensive tackle and the wide receiver, and is responsible for both blocking and receiving passes. The crossword solution for this term is 'NESS', which is an acronym for 'National Football League (NFL) Elite Skill Players'. This acronym was created to recognize the importance of the Tight End position in the NFL.