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UNDRAFTED FAs POST 2025 DRAFT

badboy said:
Wow! 3 concussions isn't good. I do like that he is known for run blocking as we definitely need that. Thanks for the info!
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When you are essentially 6'9" tall, if your head takes a simple fall and hits the ground from that height, birdies can tend to sing.

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defensive tackles clobbering offensive linemen and tackling running backs would tend to hit the ground frequently. 6 ft 9 TEs weighing 270 lb hopefully should see the ground much less often. Can you imagine what it takes to force one of those guys to the ground? I'm thinking more likely that he was off balance or committing a block and was hit. The ground must have shaken that day!
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
I spoke to a person I know who has followed him since his days at Klein HS. Interestingly enough, he has confirmed that Tharp is actually just under 6'9" tall (after having grown two inches during his time as a Red Raider). The 250 lbs in this article is also not correct. He put on serious weight to tip the scales at 270 pounds, 45 pounds heavier than he weighed as a recruit. Also interesting is that prior to taking up with Texas Tech, he was given offers from the Arizona Wildcats and the Michigan State Spartans!

He has been known more for his run blocking prowess................something that the Texans have lacked for decades.

Injury history (with loss of 9 games) have been a concern. His specific injuries have essentially been kept under wrap. However, I have managed to find out that while at Texas Tech before the 2023 season, he had already suffered 3 significant concussions.

I found an article that very well reviews Tharp and includes some very interesting video clips.

2025 NFL DRAFT SCOUTING REPORT: TEXAS TECH TE MASON THARP

I like this young man. I hope with time and a lot of effort, he can develop into a real Texans weapon while avoiding injury.
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Not going to lie, my first thought was, can he add 30 pounds and play tackle.

Not saying that is the plan, but just a thought.
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
I spoke to a person I know who has followed him since his days at Klein HS. Interestingly enough, he has confirmed that Tharp is actually just under 6'9" tall (after having grown two inches during his time as a Red Raider). The 250 lbs in this article is also not correct. He put on serious weight to tip the scales at 270 pounds, 45 pounds heavier than he weighed as a recruit. Also interesting is that prior to taking up with Texas Tech, he was given offers from the Arizona Wildcats and the Michigan State Spartans!

He has been known more for his run blocking prowess................something that the Texans have lacked for decades.

Injury history (with loss of 9 games) have been a concern. His specific injuries have essentially been kept under wrap. However, I have managed to find out that while at Texas Tech before the 2023 season, he had already suffered 3 significant concussions.

I found an article that very well reviews Tharp and includes some very interesting video clips.

2025 NFL DRAFT SCOUTING REPORT: TEXAS TECH TE MASON THARP

I like this young man. I hope with time and a lot of effort, he can develop into a real Texans weapon while avoiding injury.
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I'm ready to get some guys in here that can block. Sign me up for this guy and Lachey, they at least will make an attempt to block. Bite the bullet and cut Schultz/Jordan.
 
steelbtexan said:
I'm ready to get some guys in here that can block. Sign me up for this guy and Lachey, they at least will make an attempt to block. Bite the bullet and cut Schultz/Jordan.
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Only a trade will bring significant cap space on Schultz. I think they are convinced that our new OC can get him back to his 2023 play.
 
SnakeEyes said:
Makes him like 9 or 10ft tall with his arms up. If he can catch. Nobody is going to out reach him
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ikr earlier mentioned that he has some 4.6ish speed.
I found this interesting article about the various roles other than height of tight ends.

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What is a Tight End in Football? (TE Position Guide)

The tight end is a hybrid position. They're used as both passing options and important blockers. Check out our full position guide.
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Errant Hothy said:
Not going to lie, my first thought was, can he add 30 pounds and play tackle.

Not saying that is the plan, but just a thought.
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At his height, he would need to weigh in at least 325 lbs...............a 55 lb weight gain. Detroit's OT Dan Skipper measured in at just under 6'10" and 330 lbs. He has been on almost every team's PS (:)).............including the Texans in 2019 is why I remember him. Eagles OT Jordan Mailata measured 6'8" and 365 lbs. Green Bay's (now Patriots PS) Caleb Jones 6'9" 370 lbs. Trent Brown 6'8" 359 lbs. Cam Robinson 6'6" 335 lbs.

Essentially for an NFL OT to have a solid base at heights like the above, they have to have heavy anchoring weight.
 
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