Other than quarterback, Tight End is the toughest position on the offense to play. The TE must be a versatile player. He must be a good run blocker, since the side of the line on which he lines up is considered the "strong" side, where most rushing plays are designed to go. He must also be a good pass blocker, because the TE, although eligible to receive passes, frequently stays back to assist the offensive line in protecting the QB. And as an eligible receiver, he must have good agility and hands, since he often goes down field or runs pass patterns into the flats to catch passes. For many teams, the TE is the go-to receiver in the red zone (inside the 20-yard line), when the chance to score a touchdown is greatest. A tight end is a pass receiver who usually positions himself next to one of the offensive tackles on the line of scrimmage. Where as the other two receivers, the split end and flanker, are swift and agile, a tight end is large and strong. The tight end will help the offensive line in run blocking in the center of the field. Tight ends generally run short pass routes in the middle of the field or to the flanks.
Tight End
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John Thompson - American football tight end - was born on 1957-01-18.
Bobby Collins - American football tight end - was born on 1976-08-20.
Tight end
Tony Gonzalez.
A TE in football is a Tight End. A tight end is a very versatile player on the offensive side. The Tight End can block, go out for passes and even carry or throw the ball. You may see the tight end on the line of scrimmage with the linemen or spread out as a wide receiver.
Defensive end for defense, and tight end for offense
Kellen Davis
TE stands for tight end.
A tight end is a cross between a line-man and a receiver. A tight-end will usually pass block or run block, but will also go out to receive passes.
He is a bigger guy that catches the ball and can block.