One thing I will say about Gase is he doesn't seem to know how to use the TE position in the passing game. They drafted Mike Gesicki out of Penn State and Gesicki was regarded as a fairly prolific pass catcher out of the TE position. Gesicki ended up with 22 receptions on 32 targets for 202 yds and zero TDs. His last year at PSU he had 57 receptions for 563 yds and 9 TDs. He also ran a 4.54 40 at the combines. He's wasn't a great blocker coming out of college but that is something that could be taught.
Strengths
Strengths
- Smooth in his release
- Generates vertical concern for cover linebackers with sneaky build-up speed
- Long, athletic gait and loose hips help him create separation on second and third level routes
- Puts effort and work into route running
- Works the seam without hesitation
- Changes route speeds and works head fakes effectively to mask route intentions
- Able to run more complex patterns
- Ball skills stand out amongst tight end class of 2018
- Confident focused pass catcher
- Prep standout in volleyball and basketball with the leaping and timing to prove it
- Uses length and springs to create rare catch radius
- Makes in-air adjustments to the ball and is in optimal position to pull it in when it gets there
- Hasn't had a legitimate pass drop in two years
