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Grade
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  • 27 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 34.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 113.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 6.72 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 4.17 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 11.53 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'4" Height
  • 32 1/4" Arm Length
  • 245LBS. Weight
  • 10" Hands

Overview

Pitta is an older senior in that he has five years of football at BYU plus a two year mission which will put him at 25 during his rookie season. He is more of a receiving tight end than a blocking or dual purpose one and will need some time to get used to lining up in a three point stance as BYU generally flexes their tight ends out in a two point stance. He is not real explosive on his release and will need some work on escaping the press at the next level.

Analysis

Strengths

Plenty big with very good hands and concentration. Possesses rare body control and consistently shields defenders from the ball. Runs precise routes and is very smooth in and out of breaks. Extremely productive in college.

Weaknesses

Lacks the bulk necessary to be a productive in-line blocker. Operated from a two point stance and will have to learn to release from the line. Does not have the speed to spread the field at the next level.
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Grade Title Draft (Round) Description
96-100 Future Hall of Famer Top Pick A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played
85-95 Immediate Starter 1st An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter).
70-84 Eventual Starter 2nd-3rd A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position.
50-69 Draftable Player 4th-7th A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential.
20-49 Free Agent UDFA A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body.
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