State of the tight ends
Posted October 24th, 2008 by Luke Chandler
Kellen Winslow is suspended, but appealing.
Steve Heiden is hurting.
Darnell Dinkins is the Browns player rep.
Martin Rucker is playing?
Curious about Rucker? Here is what Matt Miller of New Era Scouting had to say about him pre-draft last year:
Rucker is one of the top 15 seniors in the 2008 NFL Draft class. His size, experience and production make him an intriguing prospect. Before his junior season, Rucker was stuck in an offense built around the running of Brad Smith. Since Chase Daniel has been the quarterback, Rucker has flourished and will graduate as the most prolific receiver in the history of the University.
This reported was completed in December 2007, but Matt had the chance to scout Rucker in person several times, and has always sung his praises. Rucker is an explosive pass catcher, and works well out of the slot. Thankfully the Browns have been craving a slot receiving option this year, a spot that they didn't feel Winslow was good at.
Look for this week's game against the Jaguars to be interesting. The Jags have trouble defending quicker, more athletic tight ends. Who knows, maybe something exciting will happen.
