Rookie Rankings – Tight End

We have worked hard at Rookie Blitz headquarters to compile information and watch game tape for the 2010 NFL Draft class.

We are now ready to release our initial rookie fantasy rankings after reviewing college production, scouting reports, all-star games, and the NFL Scouting Combine.

Tight Ends

This is a weak draft class with huge question marks.  Our two top-ranked players missed last season with injuries.  Many of the other players may be better suited as H-Backs which could limit their playing time.  Players that can block and play inline are in short supply.

Jermaine Gresham is a similar prospect to Brandon Pettigrew of the Lions.  Rob Gronkowski will be a matchup nightmare with his 6’5” frame and he scored 16 touchdowns in 22 career games at Arizona.  Aaron Hernandez is hurt by his lack of size and below-average blocking skills.  Hernandez could have fantasy value if he is used in the slot like Dustin Keller of the New York Jets.  Do not believe the combine hype on Dorin Dickerson.  He was very average at the Senior Bowl and was known for disappearing in games at Pittsburgh.

We do not recommend taking any of these players in the first round of your dynasty rookie draft.

1. Jermaine Gresham – Oklahoma
2. Rob Gronkowski – Arizona
3. Aaron Hernandez – Florida
4. Anthony Moeaki – Iowa
5. Ed Dickson – Oregon
6. Dennis Pitta – Brigham Young
7. Garrett Graham – Wisconsin
8. Jimmy Graham – Miami (FL)
9. Anthony McCoy – USC
10. Colin Peek – Alabama
11. Andrew Quarless – Penn State
12. Dorin Dickerson – Pittsburgh