Texas A&M earned a commitment from former Nebraska tight end Nate Boerkircher, but he will likely only serve as a blocker with some receiving upside during the 2025 season.
On paper, incoming redshirt junior Theo Melin Öhrström and the seldom-used Donovan Green look like the only clear receiving options at the position. However, options are available in the transfer portal, including former Tulane tight end Alex Bauman.
Bauman is a 6’5″, 250-pound player who amassed 212 yards and seven touchdowns in his last season with the Green Wave, following a 286-yard, five-touchdown performance in 2023.
According to Pro Football Focus, Bauman earned a solid 69.8 receiving grade but one of the lower run-blocking grades (43.7) despite 332 run-blocking snaps this season. However, With Boerkircher in the fold, Bauman would likely split out more than staying in line more than he did this season.
Texas A&M needs to improve its passing game and provide quarterback Marcel Reed with another big target to help him develop as a pocket passer in 2025.
NEWS: Tulane TE Alex Bauman has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, per @PeteNakos_.
Bauman totaled 7 touchdown receptions this season.https://t.co/kSYG7dYADj pic.twitter.com/vgqFXNIKAE
— Transfer Portal (@TransferPortal_) December 24, 2024
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