WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (April 6, 2017) – Today's William & Mary football spring practice update features a look at the Tribe's depth chart at the tight end and fullback positions.
Video Coordinator / Tight Ends/Fullbacks Coach
Mario Acitelli
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Andrew Caskin is sidelined with an injury this spring, so we have a young group that has limited game experience. Despite the injury, Andrew has been an outstanding leader and helped mentor the younger players. The group has made great strides and gained valuable experience this spring, and they will continue to benefit from increased reps. With the graduation of
Eric Hensley, there's more playing time available this year and everyone is competing hard to earn it."
| TIGHT ENDS |
#44 Andrew Caskin, Sr. (6-5, 240)
Two-time All-CAA standout … Sidelined with an injury this spring … Outstanding leader who has mentored the younger players … Focused on building strength this offseason … Versatile player who can line up as a tight end, fullback or wide receiver … Talent and versatility allows the offense to attack opposing defenses in multiple ways … Excels in the passing game and as a blocker … Loves football and enjoys putting time in the film room … Incredible competitor who consistently practices hard … Good knowledge of the game … Experienced player who has earned 28 starts during the last three seasons … Played as a true freshman in 2014, becoming the W&M's lone tight end to do so dating back through 1989 (records for starters not available prior to '89) … Career stats include 69 catches for 706 yards with six touchdowns … Three-time CAA Academic All-Conference Team selection. |
#82 Tyler Klaus, So. (6-4, 240)
Expected to earn an increased role after being the No. 3 tight end last season … Made significant strides this spring and is more comfortable with his assignments … Great ball skills … Good run blocker … Big, physical athlete who has improved speed … Smart player and a quick learner … Saw action in all 11 games last season after being on the travel squad as a true freshman in 2015 … Earned CAA Academic All-Conference Team distinction. |
#83 Riley Wilson, So. (6-4, 215)
Long athlete … Good ball skills … Focused on improving in the running game … Former high school quarterback who has a good understanding of the offense … Reserve tight end who did not appear in any games last season but was a member of the travel squad for all 11 contests. |
#89 Josh Stallings, RFr. (6-2, 220)
Good athlete … Excels in the passing game … Working to improve as a run blocker … Very consistent … Hard worker … Smart player who was a quarterback in high school … Redshirted as a scout team tight end last season … Garnered CAA Academic All-Conference Team accolades. |
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| FULLBACK |
#36 Tyler Crist, RFr. (5-11, 220)
Member of the travel squad for six games while redshirting last season … Transitioned from linebacker during fall camp last year … Learned fullback position quickly … One of the group's best athletes … Outstanding ball skills and good catch radius … Navigates well in tight areas … Good in space … Adds an extra dimension to offense with ability to catch out of the backfield. |
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