Player Profiling: NFL Tight End Rankings

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Keller's talent can bring him into the spotlight one day, but he still has a lot to learn if he wants to produce nicely in his career.

24. Chase Coffman (CIN)

This is a rookie who has the talent and opportunity to secure a No. 1 role for Cincinnati.

Coffman has the size, hands, and toughness every team wants in their tight end. He has good speed to get down field for his size and is not afraid to put his shoulder down for two lousy yards.

I am very excited for the opportunity Coffman has to become successful in this league, and I can't wait to see what he can bring to the Bengal offense.

25. Donald Lee (GB)

Lee is reliable leader that does whatever it takes to get the job done.

His receiving game is often overlooked, and his blocking is one of the best in the league. When I first saw Lee play, I thought this guy stood no shot at becoming the Packers' No. 1 tight end long-term. As time went on, though, Lee started to impress me more and more.

He might not make the most flashy plays for Green Bay, but he does what he is asked to do in crucial situations.

That is a coach's and quarterback's best friend in close games—especially near December.

26. Alge Crumpler (TEN)

A proven tight end that blocks extremely well for one of the league's best rushing attacks. He can receive as well as he blocks, too.

27. Desmond Clark (CHI)

A reliable player who can catch balls despite any defenders hanging on him. He is coming near the end of his career (sadly), but he can still produce for many offenses.

28. Daniel Graham (DEN)

I've always loved Graham, even in New England. Graham is good blocker with great hands and will go 100 percent every play he is in.

29. Marcedes Lewis (JAC)

Lewis is on the verge of being considered a bust. He must produce solidly this year (blocking or receiving) if he wants to secure a spot as the No. 1 tight end for Jacksonville in the future.

30. Brent Celek (PHI)

I think Celek could be a dark horse in the league this season. He is an overlooked player with great hands. You know how McNabb likes his tight ends, too.

31. Billy Miller (NO)

Miller is a decent receiver with terrible blocking skills. He is a solid tight end to have for the offense New Orleans has, but he  can only be successful if put in the right system.

32. Alex Smith (NE)

Smith is a great blocker with an underrated receiving skill. He can find windows for quarterbacks in short-down situations.

33. Shawn Nelson (BUF)

A rookie who will get the opportunity to produce. Buffalo seems to like this kid, so if every piece on that offense falls into place, then Nelson should start to find some success.

34. Anthony Becht (ARI)

I'm still unsure if Pope will start over Becht. Pope has had plenty of time by now to develop as a reliable target. Signing Becht, I don't think, is the answer, but it shows Arizona is ready to move on.

35. Chris Baker (NE)

Another veteran player that New England loves to attract. Baker is still a very productive player, and if used correctly, he can help do the little things that make the offense successful.

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