Not long ago, drafting a tight end in the first round was taboo for NFL teams. With the emphasis on more passing and a shift toward more open offences, the tight end spot has become a critical component of NFL attacks. And colleges are putting more emphasis on using the tight end as a weapon, not as a glorified tackle. “That’s where being a dynamic tight end comes into play.”Added Hockenson: “It’s become a valued position. A three-down tight end who can run past defenders when needed and block when needed is special.”So, apparently, are these two.

Source: National Post April 24, 2019 19:50 UTC