4. J.P. Holtz
While it’ll ultimately come down to J.P. Holtz and Jesper Horsted, I think Holtz gets the nod here. Last season, Holtz had the most snaps and receiving yards of any Chicago tight end. While it wasn’t the most impressive stat-line, Holtz had seven receptions for 91 yards. While Horsted makes sense as a clear-cut receiving threat, ultimately Horsted’s versatility should give him the edge.
Not only is he a phenomenal blocker and a good pass catcher, but there were times when Holtz lined up as a fullback last season. With an expected increased emphasis on the running game this season, keeping someone like Holtz on the roster certainly makes sense.
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