2010 NFL Draft Tight Ends

TIGHT ENDS

1. Gresham, Jermaine Oklahoma 6060 260 4.80
2. Gronkowski, Rob* Arizona 6060 265 4.70
3. Hernandez, Aaron* Florida 6025 250 4.65
4. Graham, Garrett Wisconsin 6030 250 4.75

Jermaine Gresham’s grade stays the same after sitting out the 2009 season
with ACL surgery on his right knee. Productive starter with 66 catches for
950 yards and 14 touchdowns. Underclassman Rob Gronkowski missed the
2009 season with a back injury that required surgery. After receiving medical
clearance, the big athletic target declared for the draft. Good hip snap and
flexibility. Has the talent to pull ahead of Gresham as the first tight end
drafted. Junior Aaron Hernandez is a solid blocker that runs sharp routes.
Caught several “Utah” passes from Tim Tebow that broke between the
tackles. Good run after catch ability with the strength to break tackles. Garrett
Graham is an Owen Daniel’s type receiver. Catches the ball in a crowd.
Quick to seal the edge. Plays in a run oriented offense. Maintains a good base
and works to finish his blocks. Reliable hands to catch the ball. AVERAGE

Others with draftable grades: Jake Ballard (Ohio State), Nate Byham
(Pittsburgh), Dorin Dickerson (Pittsburgh), Ed Dickson (Oregon), Richard
Dickson (LSU), Jim Dray (Stanford), Brody Eldridge (Oklahoma), Dedrick
Epps (Miami), Riar Geer (Colorado), Jimmy Graham (Miami), Clay Harbor
(Missouri State), Michael Hoomanawanui (Illinois), Jeron Mastrud
(Kansas State), Anthony McCoy (Southern Cal), Tony Moeaki (Iowa),
Colin Peek (Alabama), Dennis Pitta (BYU), Andrew Quarless (Penn State),
Scott Sicko (New Hampshire), Cody Slate (Marshall)

Underclassmen: Rob Gronkowski (Arizona), Aaron Hernandez (Florida), Weslye Saunders (South Carolina), Luke Stocker (Tennessee), DJ Williams (Southern Cal)

Average number of tight ends drafted per year: 14