The Indianapolis Star reports Jelani Woods is the most likely Colts tight end to take on the Dallas Goedert role in head coach Shane Steichen's offense.
"Woods is the only Indianapolis tight end who’s shown he has the athleticism to stretch the field the way Goedert can," the Star reported. Woods will compete with six other Indy tight ends this summer, with the team likely to keep three tight ends to start the season. A 2022 third-round pick, Woods as a rookie caught 25 of 40 targets for 312 yards and three touchdowns. He averaged 12.5 yards per catch and had an average depth of target of 10.7 yards. Like most rookie tight ends, Woods said he struggled to pick up the multiple roles he had to learn in last year's offense. Woods profiles as a fine late-round dart throw who should at least have a chance to run consistent routes in Steichen's offense.
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IndyStar.com
Jun 13, 2023 at 11:36 AM ET