Grade The Draft

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(05-11-2023, 05:37 PM)Whatever Wrote: Washington is actually very raw as both a receiver and a blocker.  He won with size and power at the college level on the blocking side, but lots of guys win with that in college and are then in trouble against NFL strength and speed.  

He's basically a traits based prospects that will need his technique rebuilt in both blocking as as a receiver, then has injury flags on top of it.  He's a lot more of a gamble than I think many realize.

I don't think the Bengals really prioritize jump ball ability with their TE's.  They want their TE's to generate separation and create an easy throw for Joe.  If Joe's throwing into tight coverage, he's probably throwing it to Chase or Higgins.  

Where did you hear Washington is very raw as a blocker?
I had not heard that anywhere.