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2016 Minnesota Vikings positional evaluation: Tight ends

By Adam Carlson

Oct 3, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (82) celebrates with quarterback Sam Bradford (8) his touchdown against the New York Giants in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 3, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (82) celebrates with quarterback Sam Bradford (8) his touchdown against the New York Giants in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 28, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end David Morgan (89) catches a pass against the San Diego Chargers in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings won 23-10. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 28, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end David Morgan (89) catches a pass against the San Diego Chargers in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings won 23-10. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports /

David Morgan

A 6th round draft pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, expectations for Morgan were low. The team already had a capable stable of tight ends at their disposal, which made the selection even more of a head-scratcher at the time.

However, Morgan’s solid blocking got him on the field much more often than expected. His primary function was a run and pass blocker when on the field, but he still caught one pass for 4 yards and returned two kickoffs for 29 yards.

Morgan’s biggest contributions may have been on special teams, were he both blocked for the return men and covered the returns. He should be considered a huge asset as a backup to Kyle Rudolph going forward.

2017 should see David Morgan getting more playing time and having those receiving numbers go up. With an improved offensive line, the Vikings will be able to sneak the tight end out on routes more often, opening him up for Sam Bradford.

Grade for David Morgan in 2016:  B+

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