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2019 NFL Draft Player Profiles: Michigan TE Zach Gentry

From now until the 2019 NFL Draft takes place, we hope to showcase as many prospects as possible and examine both their strengths and weaknesses. Most of these profiles will feature individuals that the Pittsburgh Steelers are likely to have an interest in, while a few others will be top-ranked players. If there is a player you would like us to analyze, let us know in the comments below.

#83 Zach Gentry/TE/6’8 265 lbs

The Good:

  • Gets to the second level quickly
  • Large catch radius
  • Tough physical blocker
  • Works the seam well
  • Finds the soft spot in the zone
  • Capable of running many routes
  • Contested catch winner
  • High motor player

The Bad:

  • Lacks awareness when pulling, misses blocks
  • Lacks the strength you would expect for a tight end his size
  • Struggles to hold his own when blocking
  • Lower base struggles to anchor
  • Looks clunky when he runs
  • Poor athleticism – 4.