Tight End is a unique position. It takes a lot to have both pass catching and blocking skills. Most do one aspect better than the other. Some guys make a career of specializing in one and being a situational player.
Former Pats linebacker Mike Vrabel carved out a role as a situational tight end while he was here. He was used primarily inside the red zone and at the goal line. Many times he was a blocker for a running play or a decoy receiver to draw coverage from the defensive backs.
Now he is with the Kansas City Chiefs and resuming that role with former Pats QB Matt Cassell. During last Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, Vrabel caught a 1 yd TD pass from Cassell.
His career stats are truly impressive
11 catches
11 TD's, including two huge receptions in two different Super Bowls
Many tight ends can only dream of stats like this.
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