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Originally Posted by RunKC (Post 18052557)

Ngl this kid looks really interesting

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I agree.The highlights look pretty impressive. Why wasn't he drafted?

I asked ChatGPT:

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Jake Briningstool, the former Clemson tight end, went undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft primarily due to concerns about his blocking abilities, physical attributes, and overall athletic profile.

Reasons for Going Undrafted
1. Blocking Limitations: Briningstool struggled as an in-line blocker, often being overpowered by stronger defenders. His effectiveness was more pronounced when flexed out against smaller defenders, but he lacked the strength and technique required for consistent blocking at the NFL level .
2. Physical Concerns: At 6’5” and 241 pounds, he possessed a lean frame for the tight end position. Additionally, his hand size measured under 9 inches, raising concerns about his ability to secure catches in traffic .
3. Athletic Testing: Briningstool did not participate in key athletic drills at the NFL Combine, leaving teams without measurable data to assess his speed, agility, and explosiveness .
4. Contested Catch Challenges: While he was a reliable target in open space, Briningstool had difficulty securing contested catches, coming down with less than 50% of such opportunities during his college career.

Briningstool is like 3” taller than Noah Gray and was a much more productive college player.

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Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 18052618)

I asked ChatGPT:

chatGPT thinks he kinda sucks

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Originally Posted by Dante84 (Post 18052618)

I asked ChatGPT:

Thanks Dante84.

It was a "highlight" reel, but he did look pretty athletic and he did make a few contested catches. Still might be an interesting signing to keep an eye on this summer.

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Originally Posted by Chris Meck (Post 18047924)

Yeah, I mean, dude is a beast. How the hell do you not figure out a way to use that? Is he Forrest Gump or something?

And even his dumbass could return kicks!

Mismatch on linebackers, catch radius advantage on most defenders, good straight line speed, made plenty of contested catches on these highlights.

He’s going to push for TE3 real fast IMO.

I think it is about even money who will be better out of Wiley and Briningstool.

Travis Kelce
40-yard dash: 4.61 seconds
10-yard split: 1.61 seconds
20-yard split: 2.72 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.42 seconds
Three-cone drill: 7.09 seconds
Vertical jump: 35 inches
Broad jump: 10 feet, 4 inches

Jake Briningstool
40-yard dash: 4.75 seconds
10-yard split: 1.66 seconds
20-yard split: unknown
20-yard shuttle: unknown
Three-cone drill: unknown
Vertical jump: 31 inches
Broad jump: 9 feet, 7 inches