Versatility

George Fant was used as a hybrid tight end on tackle-eligible plays in Seattle.

In 2018, after rookie tight end Will Dissly got injured during a regular season game, Fant began to play an offensive tackle/tight end role. He would line up as a sixth offensive lineman, either on the line itself or outside, and reported as an eligible receiver.

In his new role, Fant found great success, helping the Seahawks lead the league in rushing in 2018. In 2019, Pete Caroll and the Seattle coaching staff designated a similar role for Fant, who served as the team’s primary backup offensive tackle on both sides of the line.