Blocking TE

BurgundyandGoldfaith · Sun Mar 27, 2005 8:24 pm

Who is the best blocking TE available this draft? We all know Miller is the best TE but Gibbs said there is definitely a spot on the team for a blocking TE, however they are near to impossible to find(too bad we didn't get Kliensasser last year). Thinking back to last year's draft, we got Cool

ey in later rounds as a blocker/reciever H-back and it turned into a great pick. I like USC's Alex Holmes 6'3" 275 lbs. 4.75 personally. He loves blocking and he has the speed to get out in front. There are a few other big blocking TE's to be had in later rounds too. I sure wish I could see Gibbs' draft list...

Smithian · Post by **Smithian** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 8:42 pm

We could find someone in FA if we were that desparate,

The Hogster · Post by **The Hogster** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 9:21 pm

I liked Anthony Becht, FA from New Jersey. he is 6'7 275, but Tampa Bay signed him.

In the Draft...Kevin Everet, TE Miami is a beast both blocking and catching, only has 1 year of experience though.

Kelley Griffeth From Fort Mays St. ( i know..where is that?) But seriously, he is a beast blocking at 6'5 284. Blesto gave him a decent grade.

njskinsfan · Post by **njskinsfan** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 11:40 pm

Have any of you seen the OTHER TE from Virginia?

Patrick Estes is 6-7 280lbs. I'm a Terps fan and didn't see any Cavaliers games up here in Jersey.

The Hogster · Post by **The Hogster** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 12:11 am

Im a Virginia guy...sorry to hear you like the Terps,

just kidding but yeah...Estes decent TE...he'll probably get a free agent shot somewhere, he has good size, and blocking ability, but not dominant or anything.

One of my cousin's clients is your boy Lamont Jordan...he diced us up for 300 yards one game.

WVskinsfan · Post by **WVskinsfan** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 4:14 am

I think Victor Sesay from Missouri blocks well...He might
be a good late round choice.

Smithian · Post by **Smithian** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 10:43 am

Hm... I have a big idea. Anyone heard of Jason Peters? He came up as a UDFAs and floated around for awhile. Back in colege, he was just an extra OT next to Shawn Andrews and Bo Lacy who, by chance, had good speed and could catch.

Nothing is funner than watching him getting tackled by a DB.

John Manfreda · Post by **John Manfreda** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 3:04 pm

I like the guy from USC also. I think the Skins should try and get him.

JansenFan · Post by **JansenFan** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 3:22 pm

The Hogster wrote:Im a Virginia guy...sorry to hear you like the Terps, just kidding but yeah...Estes decent TE...he'll probably get a free agent shot somewhere, he has good size, and blocking ability, but not dominant or anything.

One of my cousin's clients is your boy Lamont Jordan...he diced us up for 300 yards one game.

And my Terps still lost. ;furious;

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 6:39 pm

Gibbs will find someone. He will surprise us like he did last year with a gem later in the rounds. It'll be good to get a good blocking TE who can catch a pass occasionally to change up the pace.

They'll be looking for him to block and we'll throw him a pass. When he sucks up a defender because they're scared he'll do it again, we'll run it down their throats!

Smithian · Post by **Smithian** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 9:07 pm

That is a guy I like to call Jason Peters.

fredp45 · Post by **fredp45** » Mon Mar 28, 2005 9:16 pm

Smithian -- He's one big dude...can he block and catch?

crazyhorse1 · Post by **crazyhorse1** » Tue Mar 29, 2005 12:10 am

As a former blocking TE, I have to tell you: Do not take a blocking TE. Take a TE who can run pass routes and catch the ball and has the size and strength to block. Blocking can be taught. Soft hands and speed cannot be taught. Further, a TE's blocking assignments are not as difficult as the blocking assignments of an interior lineman and often involve doubling down on a DE, which is easy, or taking out linebackers, who are small and can also be taken out by TE's who are primarily receivers.
Even though I always wanted to be sent into games, I usually regarded my insertion into games as a mistake unless it was in a short yardard situation. I do not recall ever making a material difference in a game, though I frequently went through whole games without my man making a tackle. My counterparts, receiving TE's, won many games for teams for which I played.
If I were a coach I would't ever consider taking up a roster spot with a blocking TE.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Mar 29, 2005 1:35 am

crazyhorse1 wrote:As a former blocking TE, I have to tell you: Do not take a blocking TE. Take a TE who can run pass routes and catch the ball and has the size and strength to block. Blocking can be taught. Soft hands and speed cannot be taught. Further, a TE's blocking assignments are not as difficult as the blocking assignments of an interior lineman and often involve doubling down on a DE, which is easy, or taking out linebackers, who are small and can also be taken out by TE's who are primarily receivers.
Even though I always wanted to be sent into games, I usually regarded my insertion into games as a mistake unless it was in a short yardard situation. I do not recall ever making a material difference in a game, though I frequently went through whole games without my man making a tackle. My counterparts, receiving TE's, won many games for teams for which I played.
If I were a coach I would't ever consider taking up a roster spot with a blocking TE.

That was touching..... :cry:

The Hogster · Post by **The Hogster** » Tue Mar 29, 2005 3:07 am

crazyhorse1 wrote:As a former blocking TE, I have to tell you: Do not take a blocking TE. Take a TE who can run pass routes and catch the ball and has the size and strength to block. Blocking can be taught. Soft hands and speed cannot be taught. Further, a TE's blocking assignments are not as difficult as the blocking assignments of an interior lineman and often involve doubling down on a DE, which is easy, or taking out linebackers, who are small and can also be taken out by TE's who are primarily receivers.
Even though I always wanted to be sent into games, I usually regarded my insertion into games as a mistake unless it was in a short yardard situation. I do not recall ever making a material difference in a game, though I frequently went through whole games without my man making a tackle. My counterparts, receiving TE's, won many games for teams for which I played.
If I were a coach I would't ever consider taking up a roster spot with a blocking TE.

that sounded like a quote from Al Bundy.....Polk High 1962 :shock:

Smithian · Post by **Smithian** » Tue Mar 29, 2005 8:56 am

fredp45 wrote:Smithian -- He's one big dude...can he block and catch?

He was an above average safety valves in the passing game. Blocking wise, I already told you he was just an extra OT. :lol: