Round 7 (221, 226): Jack Endries, TE, Texas | Landon Robinson, DT, Navy

[HoosierCat]

It’s a round seven twin spin.

[HoosierCat]

I got a shiny new nickel that says one of these two picks is that Navy kid.

[HoosierCat]

Z…

Endries is a quarterback-friendly “F” tight end who still needs time in the weight room. His route-running can be monotonous and short-area separation uninspiring, but he’s tough, has a rebounder’s feel for boxing out defenders and is a consistent ball-winner even when coverage is draped all over him. He builds speed and is tougher on man coverage when allowed to stretch his legs on longer routes. Run-blocking is a roller-coaster ride of bad losses and quality wins. He lacks the play strength to block ends and whiffs in space on occasion, but he also gets his share of wins on split-zone, lead pulls and combo climbs to the linebacker. Endries should develop into an NFL starter.

Strengths

Started every game over his three seasons.

Led Cal in receiving in 2024 as Fernando Mendoza’s top target.

Plays through contact at the release and at the top of the route.

Builds speed to stress man coverage on intermediate routes.

Bodies up tight man coverage and catches with hand extension.

Sudden hands to stab and secure hot or high throws.

Adjusts and centers defensive ends on split-zone blocks.

Stays after blocks in space once he connects.

Weaknesses

Needs more functional mass and play strength.

Run-blocking angles and landmarks are inconsistent.

Below-average quickness in and out of breaks.

Few drops, but too many double-catches in 2024.

Lacks make-you-miss elusiveness and reacceleration after the catch.

[Stripes]

Offense!

[Stripes]

48 minutes ago, HoosierCat said:

I got a shiny new nickel that says one of these two picks is that Navy kid.

Consider yourself nickeled.

[Prophecy]

48 minutes ago, HoosierCat said:

I got a shiny new nickel that says one of these two picks is that Navy kid.

Give this man a nickel !!! 

[HoosierCat]

Perfectly cromulent final round. Endries might amount to something. Robinson probably not much more than a summer feel good story but who knows.

[Allentown21]

Great pick. He's a very natural route runner.  Great feel 

 

Underrated pick

[Prophecy]

Say hello to the Bengals 16th Defensive Lineman. Since they usually roster 10-11 (11 last year) expect Landon Robinson to be on the practice squad.

[COB]

New tight end is projected to be an nfl starter after various development dynamics are implemented (weight training and pharm stuff), OK!!

[HoosierCat]

Steelers took the Navy RB. First time Navy’s had two guys selected in 70 years.