Characteristics of a Tight End

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Size is not really an issue when it comes to playing wide receiver. There are too many 5 foot, 9 or 10 inch, 175 to 180-pound wide receivers in the NFL, who are having success year after year, for physical proportions to become an important consideration.

For more information regarding tight end receiving, such as hand placement, route running, and drills, check out the sections listed under wide receiver.

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