Cole Kmet | TE | Notre Dame
Elevator Pitch
When you look at Kmet, he immediately wins getting off the bus. Very much looks the part of a NFL tight end. Standing in at 6’6″, Kmet is a big target who will be the best friend for any quarterback in the league. He has had growing production each year in South Bend. Now he looks to be the next Fighting Irish tight end to be productive at the next level.
Vitals
Height | 6-6
Weight | 262
Class | Junior
Strengths
Kmet is a big target, not just because of his height. He has long arms and big hands. His catch radius makes him a very inviting target for quarterbacks. Definitely a guy that can climb the ladder and shows good body control in the air, will come down with the ball. A reliable target for the most part.
One of the best aspects of his game is that Kmet can create separation at the second level. While he can bring down contested throws, he provides his passer a good target. A linebacker will have trouble keeping up with Kmet, and they will struggle with his physicality at times. Very much a bowling ball as he will crash into defenders when running after the catch.
Tight ends in the NFL need to be able to block and Kmet is an above average run blocker. He can latch onto his guy and drive him off the line to create space for running backs. Uses his length to keep defenders off his pads, can maintain the block.
Weaknesses
Pass blocking is suspect at best. Not where he will win early on in his career, will need a lot of work on technique. As well as understanding of where he needs to get in his block fits. He will need on getting stronger and holding his blocks in the pass game. However, Kmet needs to be running routes on passing downs instead of staying in to protect his quarterback.
Kmet also needs to work on route running, coming in and out of his breaks. Footing can be an issue as he has been known to slip a time or two. Needs to work on his balance in both blocking and running routes. Can come out of his breaks too high.
Projection: Day 2
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