(05-02-2021, 10:39 AM)TheO-LineMatters Wrote:

(05-02-2021, 10:36 AM)jaglou53 Wrote: I don't believe this pick was a waste. Fifth round picks are rarely every-down players. There are certainly exceptions such as Telvin Smith, however at this point of the draft you look for guys who can contribute in some way to the team. Farrell is reportedly a very good special-teams player in addition to a superior run-blocking tight end. He will see a lot of action on 3rd and short in double tight-end sets as well as special teams. 

This was a very weak tight end class after Pitts and Freirmuth. I wanted Freirmuth more than anyone, but once he was gone the options at getting a very good all-around tight end were limited. I know Meyer hasn't used tight-ends as receivers much or did Clemson with Lawrence, but I'd be shocked if they don't sign a receiving tight end prior to the start of the season. Hurst is the best option for this and I expect Meyer/Baalke to go after him.

I can honestly say, I wouldn't be surprised at all if we go into the season and play with our current TE's. I don't see us dealing for one at all. The only way I see a major change is if there is a surprise cut somewhere and we go after them.