Dalton Schultz, Stanford
Game Film Evaluated:
Washington State (2017)
UCLA (2017)
Oregon (2017)
Analysis: Has the frame of a WR but no doubt has a TE mentality. He is a physical and effective blocker. He is able to set up defenders with his feet, keep them at bay with length and bury them to the ground with his strength. He is able to drive defenders off the LOS with his strength and leg drive. He is able to handle pass rushers on his own even when he has help from an offensive lineman. Gets in and out of breaks effectively and can leave defenders coming up empty on option routes. The offense at Stanford did not allow for as many opportunities for him to make as many catches as other offenses would have.
Summary: Dalton Schultz has the frame of an athletic receiving TE but this guy will knock you on your tail if you aren’t ready for him. He is more than capable of handling himself in any blocking assignment inline or split out wide. He has the tools to be an adequate pass protector in max protection. He is able to get in and out of breaks quickly and smoothly during the limited snaps he was asked to do so at Stanford. He was not used as a receiving option that often so there is an unknown about his route tree, finding holes in the zones and working back to the QB when the play breaks down. However if you want a TE who can add value to your rushing attack, handle blitz pick up assignments well and bring a physical element to the position then you will not be disappointed. I feel his best football is ahead of him and his experiences as a blocker and a physical one at that will serve him well as a professional. He could be a starting TE especially if he develops good chemistry with the starting QB and takes good coaching to maximize his talent. 3rd round grade.
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