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Yes, if (big if) he’s drafted, I think he pushes Gentry down the draft chart by game 1. I have zero to base it on except that I know it’s not his size that would hold him back. I’ve watched Gentry play, he never jumps off the screen. Trust me, I look for him in those sets just hoping something comes of those rare plays. He’s like void (film reference). He’s not a pushover or a needle mover. I think Washington will supplant him and make a mark with some blocking. His receiving will come soon enough. They didn’t re-sign Gentry to a puny one season deal after knowing him this long because he’s in their future. He’s insurance. Insurance incase the TE they draft is a total bust or just injury concerns. If they pick him at 32 or (please!) I bet he’s shown that he has the fast track to the other side of the line.

 

heyward didn't play his first year early either. nor did troy. they have changed some things since those days. pickens was limited as well as a rookie. most are but not like it used to be. depends how fast these players pick it up and their play times increase as the year goes on. their roles also increase as they learn. if washington is picked, his role will expand as he learns and as the offense evolves. same as any other rookie.

 

You claimed he would increase production of the No. 2 tight end by a "justifiable level." I took that to mean justifying a first-round pick. To me, that would mean at least doubling his reception total. If you want to quibble over whether or not that is a huge share, go for it, but the facts simply don't fit your argument.

Look at your excuse for Washington catching so few passes in college. He would have to share the targets with the Steelers, too. Pickens, Johnson, and Freiermuth would all definitely get a much larger share of the targets. Robinson likely will as well. This is in what is likely to be a run-oriented offense, but you think there are suddenly going to be all these extra targets available for the No. 2 tight end?

 

Heath Miller contributed immediately, too, but that is unusual for a tight end. That is a position that traditionally takes longer to contribute.

 

No, pick 17 is too rich for him unless they trade way back. I highly doubt it shakes out like that.

I’ve always lobbied for him to be picked at 32 or 49. Amazing to get him at 49. We have way too far greater pressing needs at LT and CB and hopefully won’t be picking this low for a long time again so, they gotta shoot for a franchise LT now or what we’d need to give to get one in another draft picking later would be too costly to get into franchise position.

I don’t think our offense is yet stacked like their college team was picking up huge yardage chunks with fewer snaps. So, if it’s true we are trying to get back to a more clock consuming running offense there should be some more snaps for him to be involved. Plus, the safety check down target he could be after shedding a block from someone rushing the QB.

I don’t think this team in this era will operate the same as when Miller came to town. Especially if they draft a player with his measurables and skill set. They will likely be making a more concerted effort to more 12 man. If they pick him or another TE that should clue us all in on what model they are trying to build. At least looking at it from this season. If they choose a different position or TE late then I’m thinking they are still trying to work out a more traditional 11 man scheme as a “base” offense.

Friday will answer the debate is how I’m seeing it.

 

Its 19 more than DIantae

 

Alex Kazora ain’t dumb.

 

STILL HERE!!!

 

Lol

 

I would love Washington at 49. The Steelers need one more offensive weapon to keep their defense off the field and rested. The key to winning football is 3rd down, conversions on offense, stops on defense. The offense needs a variety of skill players to help Pickett be successful on third down.