For Iowa State, the tight end position is one that has been virtually unoccupied in terms of production since the departure of EJ Bibbs after the 2014 season. There is new life at this spot, however, and this group should only become more involved in the offense going forward.
Iowa State finished the 2017 campaign with 7 tight ends on the roster, but only 2-3 who earned any real playing time.
When grading this unit’s performance, the conversation has to start with Chase Allen. Allen came in as a highly-touted recruit, but was forced to redshirt his first season due to a menagerie of injuries and illnesses.