Top Tight Ends – 2009 NFL Draft

1. Brandon Pettigrew, Oklahoma St.
As of right now, Brandon Pettigrew looks like the only tight end in the 2009 NFL Draft that has a very good chance of being taken in the first round. Although he didn’t have a touchdown grab in his final season at Oklahoma St., his great size and limitless potential make him a worthwhile prospect.

2. Jared Cook, South Carolina
At 6-foot-5 and 240 pounds, Jared Cook is the size that NFL teams love to see for tight end prospects. At South Carolina as a junior, Cook had 573 yards and three touchdown grabs. His improvement throughout his college career is a good sign.

3. Shawn Nelson, So. Mississippi
In the past four season, Shawn Nelson has been one of the most impressive tight ends in college football. His consistency is very impressive and he has a few big games under his belt. This season against Auburn, Nelson had 12 catches for 118 yards and two touchdowns.

4. Chase Coffman, Missouri
Although a few NFL scouts wonder if his skills will translate to the professional level, there is no denying Chase Coffman’s amazing stats while at Missouri. In his senior season, Coffman had 90 catches for 987 yards and ten touchdowns.

5. James Casey, Rice
Rice had a deceptively powerful offensive attack in their 2008 campaign, with James Casey deserving much of that credit. This Texas native had 111 catches for 1329 yards and 13 touchdowns in only his sophomore year. Although he’s still raw, his talent gives him the potential to be a game-changer.