2016 NFL Draft Scouting Report: David Morgan, TE, UTSA

Oct 10, 2015; San Antonio, TX, USA; UTSA Roadrunners tight end David Morgan II (82) makes a touchdown catch against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs during the second half at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports /

The University of Texas-San Antonio doesn’t have a lengthy listing of NFL alumni. At all. However, a great deal of that is due to the program being very youthful at this point. As a matter of fact, the football program has only five seasons worth of organized football under its belt at the moment. So it is very justifiable that the institution doesn’t have a reliable track record.

Luckily, the tight end class of the 2016 Draft has very little quality prospects so for David Morgan out of UTSA, the 6’4 tight end has a unique opportunity to make a name for himself despite unfavorable circumstances of being from a less heralded school. Let’s dive into the scouting of Morgan and what he has to offer as an NFL prospect.

TE David Morgan, University of Texas-San Antonio

Height: 6’4

Weight: 260 pounds

Strengths:

Second team All-American, second team All-Conference USA in 2015; honorable mention All-CUSA in 2014
2015 stat line of 45 catches, 566 yards, and five touchdowns
Very reliable hands
Solid catch radius
Shows blocking ability; shown ability to engage with defenders and drive his opponent
Solid NFL frame
33 inch arm length as well as 10 inch hands measured at the Combine; 27 inch vertical at the Combine
Ability to be effective lined out wide as well as in-line tight end spot
According to PFF, highest run-blocking grade in FBS in 2015 amongst tight ends

Weaknesses:

Lack of speed as well as lack of separation from defenders
Absolutely stiff in his hips
Route-running is average at best
Facing a notable jump in level of competition at the next level

Bottom line: The tight end class of the 2016 Draft is “ok”. By it being “ok”, it actually benefits Morgan to an extent. While he doesn’t have a standout skill set that will have him desired by many teams, Morgan does have value as he brings not only the receiving ability but also as an able blocker, which is truly an undervalued attribute in today’s game. When draft day finally occurs, Morgan will more than likely be waiting for a while until his name is possibly called, day three to be exact. His lane will be at best as a team’s #2 tight end that will occasionally fill-in a time or two as a starter. Don’t expect Morgan to be one of the league’s best. However, don’t be surprised if Morgan has a respectable career that spans over several seasons.

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