Nevada 2020 recruiting: Tight End Prospects to Watch
Nevada has shown a knack for producing great tight end prospects with several in the last two decades that have moved on to professional careers. With elite prospects featured in the next two years, the trend looks poised to continue.
Top 2020 Prospect to Watch
10 rec 134 yards 13.4 avg 2 tds (33 tackles 2 sacks 1 int)
One of the elite tight end in the nation, Washington brings elite athleticism and length at the position with the speed to be a dangerous threat downfield. With strong hands that can snatch the ball in traffic and the feet to be an outstanding route runner, he has all the traits desired at the position despite being a bit raw.
Washington has the ability to develop into a dominant player on the football field on either side of the ball and is also drawing offers on the basketball court.
Underclassman to Watch
18 rec 327 yards 18.2 avg 5 tds
One the top junior tight end prospects in the nation, Matavao is a great target with impressive speed and length at tight end. He is a player that has a developed frame and is very competitive with the ball in the air making him an excellent target along with good skills as a blocker.
Other 2020 Prospects to Watch
15 rec 194 yards 12.9 avg 3 tds
Luckadoo is a strong blocker on the edge as a tight end who shows good athleticism and brings great length. He shows the ability to be an effective route runner and pass catcher with a developing frame at the position. With better footwork and continued strength development, he is a player that can be a big prospect this recruiting cycle.
2 rec 25 yards 0 tds
A great looking athlete impressive straight line speed, Burdo has potential on either side of the ball. He is a threat off the edge on defense as a pass rusher who should be a much more effective run stuffer as a senior. He is a player that should also standout as a pass catcher this season with the speed to make plays downfield.
20 rec 312 yards 15.6 avg 4 tds
A small school player, Kelly has a good frame with impressive athleticism and production. A strong target in the passing game with physical upside, he is a player to keep an eye on.